Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare continued his impressive start to the season after coming off the bench to score Ajax’s equaliser in their 2-2 home draw against Excelsior in the Eredivisie on Matchday 7.
Sports247 reports that Arokodare was introduced in the 62nd minute, replacing Kasper Dolberg, and needed just two minutes to make an immediate impact.
The Super Eagles forward found the back of the net in the 64th minute, converting an assist from Oscar Gloukh to bring Ajax level and rescue a valuable point for the Dutch giants.
The goal further underlines Arokodare’s growing importance to Ajax, with the Nigerian attacker now boasting six goals across all competitions this season.
His latest contribution was another demonstration of his ability to make an instant impact, with the forward wasting little time after entering the contest.
Ajax eventually had to settle for a 2-2 draw on home soil, but Arokodare’s intervention ensured the hosts avoided defeat and earned a share of the points.
The Nigerian striker has increasingly become a player capable of changing games from the bench, and his latest display will provide another boost to his confidence as the season progresses.
For Arokodare, the objective will now be to build on his impressive goalscoring form and continue pushing for more regular starts as Ajax’s campaign develops.
With six goals already registered in all competitions, the Nigerian forward is making his presence felt in the Netherlands and giving Ajax another potent attacking option.
