WATCH: Nigeria golden boot winner Emma Ogbole nets screamer on full debut to seal win in Libya

Nigerian striker Emmanuel Ogbole made an instant impact on his full debut for Olympic Azzaweya, scoring a stunning goal to help his side secure a 2-0 victory over Al-Ittihad in the Libyan Premier League on Monday, Soccernet.football reports.

The 21-year-old forward, last season’s Nigerian FA Cup golden boot winner and Kwara United’s top scorer, joined the Libyan club during the January transfer window.

A good way to start up a debut!!! 3points… unto the next one pic.twitter.com/E5Lc9vYrMO

— Emmanuel ogbole (@E_Ogbole18) February 5, 2025

After making a brief appearance as a substitute in a 1-0 win over Abu Salim, Ogbole was handed his first start by head coach Hamdi Bataw—and he repaid that faith in style.

The breakthrough moment came in the 41st minute when Ogbole pounced on a loose ball outside the penalty area.

With exceptional composure, the Super Eagles B forward controlled it before unleashing a thunderous volley past the goalkeeper, giving Olympic Azzaweya a crucial lead before half-time.

What a goal! Emmanuel Ogbole strikes on his first start! He gives his team the lead against Libyan giants Al Ittihad SC #LibyanPremierLeague pic.twitter.com/EEErYtZDoa

— DELE JNR (@DELEJNR29) February 10, 2025

Al-Ittihad pushed for an equalizer in the second half, but Olympic Azzaweya’s defense remained resolute.

The home side then doubled their advantage in the 69th minute through Tidjani Anaane, sealing a dominant performance and stretching their unbeaten run to ten matches.

With this victory, Olympic Azzaweya moved to the top of the Libyan Premier League table with 24 points from 10 matches, edging ahead of second-placed Swehly SC, who have a game in hand. Al-Ittihad, meanwhile, remain fourth with 14 points.

Watch Emmanuel Ogbole’s impressive debut highlights as Olympy Azzaweya SC beats Abu Salim FC 1-0 in Libyan Premier League.#OlympyAzzaweyaSC pic.twitter.com/XkJc47Szop

— DELE JNR (@DELEJNR29) February 7, 2025

Next up, Olympic Azzaweya host Al Tersana on Friday as they look to extend their fine form, while Al-Ittihad travel to face Swehly SC on Saturday, hoping to bounce back.