Brotherly rivalry: Super Eagles striker Ighalo celebrates important win against fellow Nigerian

Brotherly rivalry: Super Eagles striker Ighalo celebrates important win against fellow Nigerian

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 11:07 - 02.05.2025

Odion Ighalo celebrated Al-Wehda’s crucial 2-1 Saudi Pro League win over Al Akhdoud, where fellow Nigerian Saviour Godwin shined with an assist but fell short in a tense relegation clash.

Odion Ighalo was quick to celebrate on social media after Al-Wehda’s crucial 2-1 victory over Al Akhdoud in the Saudi Pro League.

The Super Eagles striker’s joy was evident as his side edged out fellow Nigerian Saviour Godwin’s team in a tense relegation battle at the Prince Hathloul bin Abdulaziz Sports City.

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The match was a show of brotherly rivalry, with Godwin continuing his fine form for Al Akhdoud.

Godwin notched his third assist of the season, setting up Pato for the game’s opening goal just after halftime.

Odion Ighalo has not scored in his last five matches.
Odion Ighalo has not scored in his last five matches.

That contribution took Godwin’s tally to nine goal involvements this campaign, six goals and three assists-including four direct contributions in his last five appearances.

However, Al Akhdoud’s lead was short-lived. Al-Wehda quickly hit back, equalising through Mohamed Al Makaazi only five minutes later.

Saviour Godwin

Ighalo, although he fired blanks for the fifth consecutive game, played a key role for 65 minutes before making way for Yahya Naji. His leadership and presence proved vital as Al-Wehda found a late winner to seal the three points.

Posting on his official social media pages, the experienced Nigerian striker stated, “Important Win. Happy New Month to y’all.”

Ighalo celebrates rate win for his club.

The result was a significant boost for Al-Wehda, who are battling to escape the drop zone after a challenging season marked by inconsistency and defensive frailties.

For Godwin and Al Akhdoud, the defeat was a setback in their own fight for survival, despite their recent upturn in form.

In the end, it was Ighalo who had the last laugh in this all-Nigerian clash, taking to social media to savour an important win for his club and keep their survival hopes alive