Iheanacho’s Strike Wins Goal of the Month

Obiajulu Joel Nwolu

Super Eagles forward, Kelechi Iheanacho has won the April goal of the month for his club side, Leicester City, African News Today has gathered.

The Nigerian’s subline finish in the 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace was chosen as the club’s finest for the month.

Iheanacho, 24, saw off competition from Jammie Vardy, Timothy Castagne, U23 stars Tyrese Shade, Thanawat Suengchitthawon, Cole Dasilva and Leicester City Women’s Natasha Flint to bag th honour.

The Nigerian also won the award in March with his goal against Burnley. He was nominated alongside Ayoze Perez, Youri Tielemans, U23 star Kasey McAteer and Leicester City Women’s stars Shannon O’Brien, Esmee De Graaf and Sam Tierney.

He was ranked as the second most in-form striker in Europe’s top five leagues in April with only fellow Nigerian, Simeon Nwankwo having more goals than him during this time.

Iheanacho has scored 18 goals in 36 appearances across all competitions in the 2020-21 campaign.

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