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Arokodare says he was unlucky not to snatch Wolves winner

Arokodare says he was unlucky not to snatch Wolves winner
**Arokodare Bemoans Bad Luck as Wolves Draw Against Brentford** For Nigerian football fans, the name Tolu Arokodare might not be new, but his exploits on the pitch are beginning to generate buzz. The Super Eagles striker recently made headlines after a thrilling cameo appearance for Wolverhampton Wanderers (Wolves) in their Premier League match against Brentford. In a closely contested game, Arokodare came off the bench and made an instant impact, scoring a crucial equalizing goal in the 77th minute with a diving header. His effort drew Wolves level at 2-2, giving the team a glimmer of hope for a win. However, Arokodare's night was almost complete when he had another chance to seal the win with a powerful header, but unfortunately, it came crashing off the crossbar, inches from finding the back of the net. Meanwhile, his teammate Adam Armstrong also had a shot that hit the post. Despite the close calls, Arokodare was philosophical about the draw, attributing it to bad luck. "I was unlucky with that effort, just like Adam Armstrong with his shot coming off the post," he said. Arokodare's introduction into the game was specifically designed to add some physical presence to the Wolves attack, and it's clear that the strategy paid off. His presence on the pitch changed the dynamic of the game, and he will be hoping to build on this momentum in future matches. Unfortunately, Wolves are currently struggling at the bottom of the Premier League table, with just 17 points from 31 matches, a staggering 12 points away from safety. While the draw against Brentford might not have been the result they were hoping for, it's a small glimmer of hope in an otherwise difficult season. For Arokodare and the rest of the Wolves squad, there's still much to play for, and they will be looking to build on this performance as they push for survival in the Premier League.
Source: Original Article • AI-enhanced version for clarity & Nigerian context

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