Everton and Super Eagles star player Alex Iwobi was thrilled to be named Most Valuable Player in Nigeria’s 2-0 win Liberia on Friday. He was hailed by both Nigerians and his club side Everton. The former Arsenal player provided two assists in the encounter played at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos.
GAC Motor also gave Alex Iwobi a cash prize of N1m for his excellent performance. Kelechi Iheanacho was also gifted N1m too by 33 Export Larger Beer.
The Super Eagles star player took to his social media handle and wrote: “Honoured To Win “Most Valuable Player” Of The Game #UpSuperEagles.” On Tuesday, the Super Eagles will take on the Blue Sharks of Cape Verde in their second Group C game at the Estadio Municipal Aderito Sena, Mindelo.
The win is the first in many months for the Super Eagles of Nigeria. They had been dropping in the FIFA ranking since November last year. They will be playing Cape Verde on the 7th of September for the second leg of the Quater 2022 World Cup qualifiers. Nigeria is currently topping Group C with three points, while Cape Verde is with the Republic of Central Africa.