Despite the personal weight of his mother’s illness, Sevilla striker Akor Adams delivered a standout performance in Nigeria’s 4-0 thrashing of Mozambique.
After netting a brilliant 75th-minute goal his third in eight international appearances an emotional Akor dedicated the moment to his mother, who is currently hospitalized.
“The goal is for her,” he told reporters, noting she was unable to attend the match due to her health.