Ajax striker Tolu Arokodare is the frontrunner to lead Nigeria’s attack in Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday-three clash against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars.
The Super Eagles will be without first-choice striker Victor Osimhen, who is currently recovering from knee surgery undergone last week.
According to sources within the team’s camp, Arokodare is favoured to start ahead of Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi.
The 25-year-old is expected to partner Akor Adams in a two-man attacking setup as Nigeria look to secure victory against the Tanzanians.
Arokodare has enjoyed an impressive spell at Ajax, where he is spending the season on loan from English Championship side Wolverhampton Wanderers.
The striker has recorded 13 goals and four assists in 17 appearances across all competitions for the Dutch giants this season, strengthening his case for a starting role in the absence of Osimhen.
AFCON 2027Q: Arokodare favourite to lead Super Eagles’ attack against Tanzania