Beyond Limits Football Academy wonder striker Kparobo Arierhi showcased why he’s called the “Wonderboy” in Nigeria’s thrilling 2-1 victory over Côte d’Ivoire, propelling the Flying Eagles into the semi-finals of the WAFU B U-20 Championship.
The game was a crucial test for Nigeria after a disappointing opening loss to Burkina Faso, and Kparobo Arierhi rose to the occasion.
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The first half ended scoreless, with Kparobo and teammate Bidemi Amole both testing the Ivorian defense. Côte d’Ivoire struck first, putting Nigeria under pressure.
But Kparobo, a product of the highly respected Beyond Limits Football Academy, remained relentless. His powerful shot in the 53rd minute was saved, but his hunger for goals kept driving him forward.
“I love scoring goals. My job is to put the ball in the back of the net,” Kparobo confidently shared.
True to his word, Kparobo found the winner late in the match, pouncing on a cross and sending a rocket into the back of the net to make it 2-1 for Nigeria.
His decisive strike not only secured Nigeria’s spot in the semi-finals but also highlighted his meteoric rise, shaped by his development at Beyond Limits Football Academy.
Kparobo’s consistent goal-scoring form, which saw him as the top scorer in both the Creative Championship League and NNL, is evidence of the academy’s top-notch training.
With the semi-finals against Niger Republic up next, all eyes are on Kparobo as the Flying Eagles aim to lift the WAFU B U-20 Championship trophy. Beyond Limits’ role in nurturing this young star is clear, and Kparobo continues to prove he’s a game changer.