Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has singled out Japan’s Zion Suzuki for special praise after the 23-year-old produced a commanding display to help the Asian side claim a 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F opener at the Dallas Stadium, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
Speaking during his halftime analysis on SuperSport, Akpeyi said Suzuki’s performance vindicated the Japan coaching staff’s decision to pick him ahead of more experienced options in the squad.
“I want to give credit to the goalkeeper. This tells why he was chosen in goal ahead of the older ones on the bench because he has been able to concentrate on the game,” Akpeyi said.
“So far, he has been alert and waiting to see the loose balls with strong hands as well. It tells that he has been able to keep his team in the game.”
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