In a thrilling Saudi Arabian Pro League encounter, Tony Nwakaeme and Henry Onyekuru emerged as the saviors for Al-Fayha, orchestrating a remarkable comeback from a two-goal deficit to secure an invaluable away draw against Al Tai SC.
The Super Eagles duo demonstrated their strength on Friday evening as they delivered a sensational performance.
Nwakaeme kickstarted the fireworks by finding the back of the net in the 15th minute.
However, Al-Tai responded swiftly, scoring three quick goals through Roco, Shamlan, and Mensah, establishing a commanding lead.
Tony Nwakaeme
Undeterred, Al-Fayha showed incredible determination in the second half.
Nigerian winger Onyekuru stepped up, scoring a crucial goal in the 67th minute, reigniting his team’s hopes.
The comeback was complete when Zambia international Fashion Sinkala netted the equalizer in the 77th minute, sending the Al-Fayha fans into a frenzy.
Henry Onyekuru
Onyekuru, who has been in fine form since his summer arrival from Turkey, now boasts three goals to his name, while the seasoned Nigerian star Nwakaeme, aged 34, notched his second goal of the season.
The game culminated in a scintillating 3-3 draw, leaving fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
Al Fayha’s spirited performance propelled them to the eighth position in the league standings, amassing 15 points from 12 hard-fought matches.
This electrifying showdown revealed the resilience and brilliance of Tony Nwakaeme and Henry Onyekuru, proving once again why they are key figures in Al-Fayha’s quest for success in the Saudi Arabian Pro League.
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