England secured a confident 2–0 victory at Wembley on Tuesday night, powered by two Arsenal-connected stars of Nigerian descent — Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze who delivered the decisive moments at opposite ends of the match.
Arsenal’s talisman Bukayo Saka, born in London to Nigerian parents, set the tone early. The winger struck the opener with a superb first-time volley inside the box, meeting a deflected cross with perfect technique to beat the goalkeeper at his near post. It was the kind of calm, clinical finish that has become Saka’s signature in both club and international football.
In the second half, England’s control deepened and the introduction of Eberechi Eze, also of Nigerian descent, added fresh creativity and flair. The former Crystal Palace midfielder wasted no time making his mark. Minutes after coming on, he latched onto a square pass at the edge of the area and produced a gorgeous one-time curled shot that bent beyond the keeper and nestled into the far corner.
Eze’s strike sealed the 2–0 win and capped a night that highlighted the growing impact of England’s Nigerian-heritage talent pool.
For England, it was a comfortable and composed performance.
For Arsenal supporters, Saka and Eze’s brilliance was another source of pride.
For Nigeria, it was yet more evidence of the extraordinary footballing lineage the nation continues to spread across the global game. Stay with Hot Sports Scoops for exclusive Nigerian-focused sports coverage — home and abroad.