Yakubu Aiyegbeni Reacts To Super Eagles Win Over Tanzania, Names Standout Players

Former Nigeria striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has singled out Alex Iwobi and Samuel Chukwueze for special praise following the Super Eagles’ 2-1 win over Tanzania’s Taifa Stars.

Aiyegbeni said the pair stood head and shoulders above the rest, pointing to their energy and influence as Nigeria edged the visitors in a keenly contested encounter.

Iwobi caught the eye with an all-round display, capping his performance with the assist for Ajayi’s opening goal. The Fulham midfielder dictated the tempo, linked play neatly and stayed involved from first whistle to last, one of his most assured outings in national colours.

Chukwueze also impressed, stretching the Tanzanian defence and coming close to scoring just before the interval. The winger’s night ended in the 59th minute when he made way for Moses Simon, but not before he had left his mark.

Reflecting on the midfield showing, Aiyegbeni highlighted the duo’s creativity and willingness to take responsibility in possession.

“You have in Chukwueze and Alex Iwobi, and so far so good, you know. Better than they try to create chances and they create some chances for Osimhen, and he is just unlucky today, you know, but we still need creativity in midfield,” Aiyegbeni told News Central TV.

Iwobi’s display further proved his importance to the team. The Fulham star, 29, is now Nigeria’s most capped player with 92 appearances and has scored 10 goals for the Super Eagles.

Chukwueze, meanwhile, continues to grow into his role with the national side. The winger has featured 52 times for Nigeria and has found the net on seven occasions.