Akor Adams scores on his debut for Super Eagles

Sevilla’s Nigerian striker Akor Adams has had a whirlwind week, cementing his place among Super Eagles legends like Obafemi Martins and Julius Aghahowa by scoring on his international debut in a 2-1 win over Lesotho in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Friday. The 25-year-old forward, who joined Sevilla in January 2025, is riding a wave of milestones that mark him as one of Nigeria’s brightest talents.

A Week of Milestones

Akor Adams Scores For Sevilla

Adams’ dream run began last Sunday when he scored in Sevilla’s 4-1 La Liga thrashing of Barcelona, with the assist coming from fellow Nigerian Chidera Ejuke, a historic first for two Nigerians combining for a goal against the Catalan giants. 2 Days later, he earned his maiden call-up to the Super Eagles, made his debut against Lesotho, and sealed it with a goal just 17 minutes after coming off the bench, helping secure a crucial 2-1 victory.1

Joining Nigeria’s Elite Club

By scoring on his debut, Adams joins an exclusive group of Nigerian stars who achieved the same feat: Julius Aghahowa (vs. Morocco, 2000 AFCON), Obafemi Martins (vs. Ireland, 2004 friendly), Ekigho Ehiosun, Stephen Ayo Makinwa, and Femi Opabunmi.3 His clinical strike, alongside William Troost-Ekong’s goal, lifted Nigeria to 14 points in Group C, keeping their World Cup hopes alive.4

Overcoming Adversity

Adams’ journey hasn’t been without challenges. After moving to Sevilla from Montpellier, the former FC Songdal striker battled muscle injuries for six months.2 Now fully fit, he’s hitting top form at the perfect time, with goals against Rayo Vallecano, Barcelona, and Lesotho showcasing his lethal finishing and growing influence.

What’s Next for Adams?

As Nigeria gear up for a decisive World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday, Adams’ momentum could prove vital. His rapid rise has fans buzzing on X, with one user proclaiming, “Akor Adams is writing history!”