Ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, Cyriel Kolawole Dessers is in the hunt for a Super Eagles return with goal for Rangers against Dundee.
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Sam Dalby, a loan striker, gave the home team the lead in the 19th minute, but Mohamed Diomande, a midfielder for Rangers, tied the score after 37 minutes.
Soon after halftime, Robin Propper's deflected drive gave Rangers the lead.
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Cyriel Kolawole Dessers makes case for Super Eagles' return
Belgian manager Philippe Clement named Dessers in the starting lineup for the Scottish league fixture.
After scoring an incredible equalizer in Thursday night's 2-1 Europa League loss to Manchester United, striker Cyriel Dessers added a fantastic third goal to complete the victory.
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But in the 86th minute, the Nigerian striker blasted a shot past Walton after receiving a ball from replacement Zak Lovelace to complete the victory.
Dessers is now rounding into form after reports of a possible move away from Rangers.
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His new form comes at a good time ahead of the Super Eagles of Nigeria's upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.
Dessers has not been part of the Super Eagles fold for a while, however makes a case for his return with back-to-back goals.