Tolu Arokodare Scores Equaliser in Ajax's Draw with Excelsior

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare came off the bench to score a 64th-minute equaliser for Ajax in their 2-2 draw against Excelsior at the Johan Cruijff ArenA on September 20, 2026. Arokodare was substituted in during the 62nd minute and scored just two minutes later, converting a pass from Oscar Gloukh from inside the six-yard area.

Ajax initially took the lead in the 32nd minute through Julian Brandt, but Excelsior equalised with a goal from Lennard Hartjes in first-half stoppage time. Aymen Sliti then put Excelsior ahead in the 62nd minute before Arokodare's intervention secured a point for Ajax.

Arokodare had nine attempts, 12 touches in the box, and won five aerial duels, nearly scoring again when he hit the left post from a corner in the 87th minute. Ajax dominated the match with 33 shots and 80.8% possession but could not secure a win.

Arokodare has scored five goals in eight appearances since joining Ajax on loan from Wolves until the summer of 2027, with an option for a permanent transfer.