Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare continued his sensational season with KRC Genk, scoring his 20th goal of the campaign in a 4-0 win over KAA Gent in their Belgian Pro League Champions’ Play-Off opener.
A Rocky Start, But Arokodare Shines Through
The match at Cegeka Arena started with a missed penalty for Arokodare in the 23rd minute, as Gent goalkeeper Tom Vandenberghe made a crucial save. However, the Nigerian striker did not let that setback deter him.
Genk’s 17-year-old Konstantinos Karetsas opened the scoring with a spectacular long-range strike, setting the tone for the match. Arokodare then redeemed himself in the 50th minute, finding the back of the net and securing his 20th goal of the season.
Genk’s Dominant Performance
The victory was further solidified by goals from Hyeon-Gyu Oh in the 88th minute and a stoppage-time goal to make it 4-0, sending a strong message to their title rivals.
Arokodare’s impressive form this season, with 20 goals across all competitions, including 18 league goals, has made him one of the standout performers in Belgium. His contributions have been pivotal as Genk aim for the Belgian league crown.
Looking Ahead
Currently four points ahead of Club Brugge in the play-off standings, Genk will now focus on their upcoming clash against Anderlecht.
For Arokodare, his exceptional performances put him in prime contention for another Super Eagles call-up in the upcoming international window, a well-deserved recognition of his remarkable form.
