Tijani Muhammed, a former Flying Eagles star, made a impressive debut for Plymouth Argyle FC, scoring twice in their 5-2 preseason victory over Cheltenham.
The Slavia Prague-owned forward, who joined Plymouth Argyle on a season-long loan deal, showcased his striking prowess with a brace.
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Tijani’s goals were complemented by strikes from Dutch forward Ibrahim Cissoko, England’s Morgan Whittaker, and Scotland’s Ryan Hardie, as Plymouth Argyle FC secured their first preseason win under new manager Wayne Rooney.
Rooney, a former Manchester United forward, expressed his excitement about Tijani’s arrival, stating that the Nigerian forward will bolster his squad. “Muhammed joining further strengthens our forward line and he will bring different attributes to the squad,” Rooney said.
Tijani’s impressive performance has already made a strong impression on fans and critics alike, demonstrating his potential to become a key player for Plymouth Argyle this season. The Nigerian forward’s adjustment to life in England has been seamless, and his brace against Cheltenham is a testament to his striking ability.
In an earlier interview, Tijani revealed that Rooney’s personal call convinced him to join Plymouth Argyle. “He [Wayne Rooney] did. He is a football legend not only in England but in the whole world. He plays like a striker also [like me]. [So] I think it is a good move for me, that’s why I took the deal. He really influenced the move, because when he called I was like ‘wow! Look who is calling, it’s Wayne Rooney.’ I was shocked. I had to ask my agent, ‘are you sure it’s him?’ He said, ‘yes, it’s him, of course, just take the call,’ and then we spoke, and it was very good,” Tijani said.
With Tijani’s impressive start to his Plymouth Argyle career, fans can expect more exciting performances from the Nigerian forward as the season progresses.
