Nigeria International Striker Nominated For Goal Of The Tournament At World Cup

Abu Azeez's strike against Mexico has been nominated for the Goal of the Tournament at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup.

The Nigerian striker is in the running for the accolade along with goals from Paolo Palmacci, Daniel Cedeno, Bruno Xavier, Peyman Hosseini, Gabriele Gori, Dejan Stankovic, Bruno Novo, Rodrigo, Takasuke Goto, Boguslaw Saganowski and Jean Francois.

The Super Sand Eagles beat Mexico 5-4 in extra time, and Azeez's winner seconds from the end of the game is among the 12-goal shortlist.

The winner of the prestigious accolade will be announced by Fifa at the end of voting on Monday, May 15.

The 22-year-old Abu Azeez has participated in six FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup, scoring 7 goals.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel

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