By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Tolu Arokodare is determined to translate his impressive goalscoring form at club level to the international stage with the Super Eagles.
The 25-year-old striker has enjoyed an excellent start to the season with Eredivisie giants Ajax, recording 13 goals and four assists in 17 appearances across all competitions.
However, his performances for the national team have yet to match his impressive club form, having scored just twice in 12 appearances for Nigeria.
Despite his limited goalscoring return for the Super Eagles, Arokodare insists he has always remained committed to contributing to the team, whether he is on the pitch or among the substitutes.
“Yes, I would say I am having a very good start at Ajax, but I haven’t scored as much with the Super Eagles. However, it is also fair to say that every time I am with the team, I have done my part, supporting my teammates whether I am playing or not. We also help others improve during training,” he told reporters in Uyo
“Obviously, the goals haven’t been coming as they have at club level, but I know that playing for your club and playing for your country are different.
“I just have to keep working, stay patient and fresh, and remain positive so I can replicate what I do at my club.”
Arokodare is expected to lead Nigeria’s attack when the Super Eagles take on Tanzania’s Taifa Stars in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Matchday 3 encounter.
The fixture is scheduled to take place on Friday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, where the striker will be hoping to turn his impressive club form into goals for his country.
