Cyriel Dessers revealed he requested to take penalty for Nigeria in their 2-1 win over Ghana at the Grand Stade de Marrakech, on Friday.

In the thrilling encounter, Dessers made headlines by stepping forward to take a crucial penalty.

The opportunity arose in the first half when Jerome Opoku’s arm made contact with the ball inside the box, resulting in a penalty for Nigeria.

Despite not being the designated penalty taker, Dessers boldly volunteered for the task.

With nerves of steel, the Rangers striker confidently placed the ball in the bottom right corner, leaving Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi with no chance as he went the wrong way.

Reflecting on his decision, Dessers revealed post-match that he had requested permission from teammate Kelechi to take the penalty, a request that was granted.

Speaking to reporters, Dessers expressed the significance of the moment, stating, “It’s special to take a penalty for the Super Eagles because it’s for a whole country and in a special game against Ghana, you’ll definitely want to score.”

Dessers’ decisive action not only secured a vital goal but also showcased his determination to contribute to the team’s success, adding another memorable chapter to the storied rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana.

The forward will be aiming for another memorable outing when Nigeria face Mali in their next test game.