AFCON 2027Q: Ilenikhena thrilled to make Super Eagles bow

George Ilenikhena expressed his excitement after making his debut for Nigeria in the AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Madagascar. The 20-year-old scored Nigeria's opening goal late in the first half. The match ended with Nigeria winning 2-1, with substitute Moses Usor scoring the winning goal 25 minutes from time. Ilenikhena posted on Instagram that he would keep working hard for the team.