Akpeyi praises Japanese goalkeeper Suzuki following the draw with the Netherlands
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi praises Japan’s Zion Suzuki for his commanding display against the Netherlands in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi praises Japan’s Zion Suzuki for his commanding display against the Netherlands in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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