UECL: Arokodare bags brace, assist as Ajax thrash FC Midtjylland 6-1

Tolu Arokodare produced an impressive display, scoring twice and providing an assist as Ajax defeated 10-man FC Midtjylland 6-1 in their UEFA Europa Conference League encounter on Thursday night.

The Nigerian striker gave Ajax the lead in the ninth minute after converting a pass from Oscar Gloukh, putting the visitors ahead early in the match.

However, another Nigerian, Friday Utim, equalised for FC Midtjylland in the 28th minute to bring the hosts back into the contest.

Arokodare restored Ajax’s advantage seven minutes into the second half, completing his brace and putting the Dutch side back in front.

The 25-year-old then turned provider in the 59th minute, setting up Owen Wijndal to score Ajax’s third goal and extend their lead.

Arokodare was substituted in the 70th minute, making way for Marcos Leonardo as Ajax maintained their dominance and went on to secure a convincing 6-1 victory.

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Following his latest contribution, the striker has now registered 12 goals and three assists in 16 appearances across all competitions for the Eredivisie giants this season.