Nigerian midfielder Ibrahim Olawoyin opened his goal-scoring account for the season in Turkey, helping Çaykur Rizespor secure a thrilling 3-1 comeback victory over Trabzonspor in the Turkish Super League, according to Afrik-Foot.
- Olawoyin’s impressive performance was capped off with Rizespor’s third goal, sealing the win and cementing his team’s dominance.
- The 26-year-old midfielder played a pivotal role throughout the match, showcasing his skills and tenacity.
- Trabzonspor initially took the lead through Edin Visca’s 23rd-minute strike, catching the hosts off guard.
- Rizespor’s persistence paid off just before halftime as Bosnian midfielder Amir Hadžiahmetović equalized with a beautifully taken volley.
- The momentum shifted in Rizespor’s favor in the second half, with Nigerian forward David Akintola scoring the go-ahead goal in the 72nd minute.
- Olawoyin then put the icing on the cake, scoring his first goal of the season and Rizespor’s third, ensuring all three points stayed with the home team.
- Statistically, Olawoyin’s outing was impressive: he played 89 minutes, made 67 touches, and completed 35 of his 43 pass attempts for an 81% success rate.- The midfielder excelled in aerial and ground duels, winning four of six and nine of 12 respectively.
- Additionally, he successfully completed both dribble attempts, demonstrating his confidence on the ball.-
- Olawoyin’s two-cap experience with the Super Eagles underscores his potential for greater impact on the international stage.
