Kelechi Iheanacho scores as Nigeria and Russia draw in friendly
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Kelechi Iheanacho scored the opening goal for Nigeria in a friendly match against Russia that ended in a 3-3 draw. The former Celtic striker found the net just 10 minutes into the game, marking his 16th international goal in 59 appearances for Nigeria. Iheanacho has been in impressive form since leaving Celtic, having netted 11 goals in eight matches for Bursaspor, where he is competing for promotion in Turkey’s second tier. His recent performances raise questions about Celtic's decision not to retain him longer during his stint with the team.
- •Iheanacho scored in the 10th minute against Russia.
- •The match finished in a 3-3 draw.
- •He has 11 goals in eight appearances for Bursaspor.
- •This match marked his 59th cap for Nigeria.
- •Iheanacho remains in contention for Bursaspor’s promotion.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Watch: Former Celtic striker Kelechi Iheanacho continues incredible scoring run for Nigeria
"Kelechi Iheanacho has continued his remarkable scoring form since leaving Celtic after finding the net for Nigeria.The former Hoops striker was on target as the Super Eagles played out an entertaining...
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