Ibrahim Olawoyin ends goal drought with Rizespor strike against Goztepe
Olawoyin Scores First Rizespor Goal in Draw With Goztepe
Nigeria midfielder Ibrahim Olawoyin opened his goalscoring account for the season as Rizespor battled to a 2-2 draw against Göztepe in the Turkish Super Lig on Sunday.
Olawoyin showed composure under pressure to level the contest for Rizespor in the 70th minute, calmly placing his effort into the bottom corner.
The Nigerian midfielder’s strike brought Rizespor back into the contest after Göztepe had taken the lead and gave the hosts renewed hope of securing all three points.
However, neither side could find a decisive winner as the encounter ended 2-2.
For Olawoyin, the goal marked his first of the season and provided a timely boost as he continues his campaign in Turkey.
The Super Eagles midfielder has established himself as an important player for Rizespor, with his ability to operate between midfield and attack offering the team an additional creative outlet.
His latest contribution will also be encouraging as he continues to push for consistency at club level.
Olawoyin will now turn his attention to Rizespor’s next league assignment as the club seeks to build on the point secured against Göztepe.