Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare delivered a decisive late performance as Ajax secured a 2–0 victory over Atalanta in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday night.
After a tightly contested match, Arokodare came off the bench to make the difference, contributing a goal and an assist to help Ajax claim all three points at the Johan Cruyff Arena.
The Nigerian striker broke the deadlock in the 87th minute, sending the home supporters into celebration and giving Ajax a crucial late advantage.
But Arokodare was not finished. Deep into stoppage time, he turned provider, setting up Abdellah Ouazane to score in the 90+3rd minute and seal an important 2–0 victory for the Dutch side.
His contribution proved decisive, with one goal and one assist in the closing stages transforming a tense European contest into a memorable night for Ajax.
For Arokodare, this was a powerful reminder of his ability to influence big games. His movement, finishing and awareness in the final third gave Ajax the breakthrough they desperately needed.
FULL TIME: AJAX 2–0 ATALANTA
⚽ 87′ Tolu Arokodare
⚽ 90+3′ Abdellah Ouazane (assist: Tolu Arokodare)
One goal. One assist. Three points.
Tolu Arokodare made his impact count when Ajax needed him most. Can the Nigerian forward build on this performance and become a key player in Ajax’s European campaign?