Former Super Eagles forward Olanrewaju Kayode found the net once again as Esenler Erokspor were held to a thrilling 3-3 draw by Corum FK in a pulsating Turkish league encounter. The 13th-minute strike was Kayode’s 13th goal of the season and sixth for Erokspor since joining in the second half of the campaign.
Kayode’s early goal helped Erokspor storm to a 2-0 lead, but the home side mounted a spirited comeback to level the match. Despite the draw, Kayode’s consistent form has been a standout feature of his club’s season. He previously scored seven goals for Sanliurfaspor before switching clubs.
Erokspor now sit 10th on the league table with six matches remaining in the season.
Editorial
Olanrewaju Kayode’s persistence and adaptability are once again paying dividends. At 31, many players begin to slow down but not Kayode. With 13 goals across two clubs in a single season, he’s proving that class and commitment can defy the ticking clock of footballing age.
His move to Esenler Erokspor midway through the season could have been a gamble, yet it’s clear he has hit the ground running. Six goals in just a few months, and now a key role in a thrilling 3-3 encounter, show his enduring impact at every level of the game.
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We believe Nigerian football must pay more attention to players like Kayode. His experience, especially in high-intensity matches, makes him an asset beyond the pitch—a mentor figure for younger professionals and a potential late bloomer for national team consideration, even in a mentoring role.
As the season approaches its climax, Kayode’s goals could prove crucial for Erokspor’s ambitions. More importantly, his consistency is a reminder that Nigerian players abroad continue to perform—even if they’re not always in the limelight.
Did You Know?
- Olanrewaju Kayode was Nigeria’s top scorer at the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup with three goals.
- He has previously played for clubs in Austria, Spain, Ukraine, and the UAE, including stints at Manchester City on loan and Shakhtar Donetsk.
- Kayode made his Super Eagles senior debut in 2017 and has been capped four times.
- His 13 goals this season is his highest tally since the 2016/17 season with Austria Wien.
- Erokspor play in the Turkish TFF First League, which is the second tier of professional football in Turkey.
