Nigeria’s Josh Maja shines as West Bromwich Albion triumphs over Stoke City

Super Eagles striker Josh Maja continued his impressive form in the English Championship by scoring the winning goal for West Bromwich Albion in their 2-1 victory over Stoke City at the Bet365 Stadium on Saturday.

In a thrilling first half that saw all three goals, Maja proved to be the difference-maker. With the scores tied at 1-1, Maja showcased his clinical finishing, slotting a well-placed shot into the bottom corner following a neat cutback from Tom Fellows, who had been set up by Darnell Furlong.

This goal marks Maja’s fourth in just three matches for the Baggies, underlining his immediate impact since joining the club. The Nigerian forward had previously made headlines with a hat-trick in the season opener against QPR, a performance that earned him the Naija Stars Abroad Player of the Week accolade.

Although Maja was kept quiet in West Brom’s first home fixture against Leeds United, he has bounced back with a vengeance, demonstrating his consistency at this level. His goal-scoring prowess has been a key factor in West Bromwich Albion’s strong start to the season, helping them return to winning ways after the setback against Leeds.

Maja’s form is not only benefiting his club but also catching the attention of Super Eagles fans and selectors. With his current goal-scoring rate, the striker is making a compelling case for regular inclusion in the national team.

As West Brom aims for promotion this season, Maja’s contributions will be crucial. If he maintains this level of performance, he could be in line for another Naija Stars Abroad Player of the Week award, further solidifying his status as one of the standout Nigerian players in Europe this season.

The Baggies will be hoping that Maja continues his rich vein of form as they navigate the challenging Championship, with their sights firmly set on a return to the Premier League.