Hot Tea overcomes penalty miss to score 18th goal of the season

Nigerian giant Toluwalase Arokodare overcame an early penalty miss to score his 18th goal of the season as Genk thrashed Gent 4-0 in the Jupiler Pro League on Sunday evening.

The Nigerian international, who recently made his Super Eagles debut, demonstrated resilience and determination in a dominant performance for the league leaders.

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Genk's victory was not without its challenges, as they missed two penalties in the first half, including Arokodare's attempt in the 23rd minute.

However, the team's persistence paid off when Konstantinos Karetsas broke the deadlock in the 38th minute, giving Genk a 1-0 lead at halftime.

Arokodare redeemed himself five minutes into the second half, doubling Genk's advantage with a well-taken goal.

The 24-year-old striker's tally now stands at an impressive 18 goals in 31 league appearances this season, cementing his status as the Jupiler Pro League's top scorer.

The victory was sealed by Hyun-Gyu Oh, who added two late goals to complete the rout. This comprehensive win extends Genk's lead at the top of the table, now sitting four points clear of second-placed Club Brugge.

Arokodare's form has been crucial to Genk's title push, with the Nigerian forward proving to be a consistent threat in front of goal.

As Genk continue their march towards the Jupiler Pro League title, Arokodare's goalscoring prowess will undoubtedly be a key factor in their remaining fixtures.

The Nigerian's performances are also likely to catch the eye of Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, potentially leading to more international opportunities in the future.