Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Soccernet.ng
  • Home
  • AFCON 2025
  • Leagues
    • EPL
    • NPFL
    • La Liga
    • Seria A
    • Ligue 1
  • Live Scores
  • Soccernet TV
  • Lifestyle
No Result
View All Result
Soccernet.ng
  • Home
  • AFCON 2025
  • Leagues
    • EPL
    • NPFL
    • La Liga
    • Seria A
    • Ligue 1
  • Live Scores
  • Soccernet TV
  • Lifestyle
No Result
View All Result
Soccernet.ng
No Result
View All Result

Aribo matches Iwobi’s feat with goal against Eintracht Frankfurt

by Kelvin Omachonu
May 19, 2022
in Europa League, News, NewsNow
0

It was a disappointing night for Rangers as they lost to Eintracht Frankfurt, but there were a few positives to take from the game

Super Eagles star Joe Aribo’s 57th-minute strike for Rangers against Eintracht Frankfurt ensured that he matched Alex Iwobi’s feat to become the second Nigerian player to score in the final of a major European competition.

Aribo has been terrific for the Gers this season. The Super Eagles star has the most appearances for the club at (56). And it is not farfetched, as Aribo has been consistent, except for a short lull on his return from the Africa Cup of Nations.

Joe Aribo becomes only the second Nigerian to score in a European club competition final:

◎ Alex Iwobi vs Chelsea (2019)
◉ Joe Aribo vs Frankfurt (2022) #UEL pic.twitter.com/tpX7XQL3IE

— Squawka (@Squawka) May 18, 2022

Due to injury problems, Rangers gaffer Giovanni Van Bronckhorst played Aribo as a false nine, and the Nigeria international repaid the trust with a clinical finish behind Kevin Trapp to give the Gers the lead in the second half.

Aribo’s goal was not enough to give his side the victory, as an equalizer from Rafael Borre ensured that the final went into penalties.

Rangers lost the shootout, but Aribo would look to take solace because, despite the array of world-class stars that Nigeria has paraded presently and in the past, he is only the second Nigerian to score in a European competition.

Joe Aribo becomes only the second Nigerian to score in a European club competition final:

◎ Alex Iwobi vs Chelsea (2019)
◉ Joe Aribo vs Frankfurt (2022) #UEL pic.twitter.com/tpX7XQL3IE

— Squawka (@Squawka) May 18, 2022

The first player to score in a final was Alex Iwobi in Arsenal’s 4-1 pummeling at the hands of Chelsea three years ago.

 

 

Tags: AriboEintracht FrankfurtEuropa LeagueRangers
Kelvin Omachonu

Kelvin Omachonu

Kelvin Omachonu is a writer with many years of experience covering sports events in Nigeria and abroad. He is fueled by his love for the job, and is dedicated to delivering captivating stories.

RelatedPosts

Aribo matches Iwobi’s feat with goal against Eintracht Frankfurt
Europa League

Ex-Barcelona coach names Cyriel Dessers as Rangers’ likely outlet in Europa League cracker against Bilbao

5 days ago
Aribo matches Iwobi’s feat with goal against Eintracht Frankfurt
Europa League

Rangers’ Balogun inspires teammates ahead of Europa League clash against Bilbao, eyes Nico Williams battle

5 days ago
Aribo matches Iwobi’s feat with goal against Eintracht Frankfurt
News

Cyriel Dessers: Red-hot Nigeria and Rangers star earns Player of the Month nod after Dundee winner

2 weeks ago
Aribo matches Iwobi’s feat with goal against Eintracht Frankfurt
News

“He will miss chances”- Rangers assistant coach backs Cyriel Dessers amid criticisms

2 weeks ago

See other News

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest

“We believe in him” – Fulham head coach joins Carragher to laud Super Eagles star

“It’s impossible” – Mourinho snubbed as Osimhen rejects Fenerbahce bid amidst Chelsea, Real Madrid interest

No starts, no problem – Should Chukwueze be comfortable with being a bench player in Milan?

“We need to start again”- Super Eagles goalie Maduka Okoye sets Udinese target

Premier League table after matchday 32: Where Ndidi, Iwobi, Onuachu, Aribo, and Aina’s clubs stand

Soccernet.ng

Copyright © 2024 Soccernet Media Limited.

Navigate Site

  • Contact Us
  • About Us
  • Journalist Charter
  • Advertise
  • Terms of Use

Follow Us

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • AFCON 2025
  • Leagues
    • EPL
    • NPFL
    • La Liga
    • Seria A
    • Ligue 1
  • Live Scores
  • Soccernet TV
  • Lifestyle

Copyright © 2024 Soccernet Media Limited.