Nigerian duo Ibrahim Olawoyin and David Akintola were both on the scoresheet as Rizespor secured an impressive 3-1 victory over Trabzonspor in the Turkish Super Lig on Saturday.
Softfootball understands that the goals were the first league strikes of the season for both Olawoyin and Akintola, who played key roles in helping Rizespor claim a valuable three points.
Akintola restored Rizespor’s advantage in the 71st minute to make it 2-1 before Olawoyin sealed the victory with the team’s third goal nine minutes from time.
Both Nigerian players were substituted in the closing stages after making decisive contributions to the win.
Olawoyin enjoyed an outstanding campaign last season, scoring eight league goals in 36 appearances for Rizespor, while Akintola found the net once in 13 league outings during the previous campaign.
The victory lifts Rizespor out of the relegation zone and into 12th place in the Turkish Super Lig standings with 13 points, providing a timely boost to their campaign.
