The Nigeria’s fine display sparked numerous reactions on social media from individuals in Nigeria and abroad.
Stuart Brennan a sports analyst in Melbourne had this to say “
Kelechi has set one up and scored one, and worked tirelessly, he did superbly to send Sterling through for that debut goal. The set-up by Kelechi was worth a mention as well – excellent work from the 18-year-old.
Some people on Twitter also has these to say…
Kelechi Iheanacho inspires Manchester City to victory over Roma – http://t.co/VrPYjbBoyI pic.twitter.com/ggPHYI51EE
— NET (@theNETng) July 21, 2015
Champions Cup| Iheanacho scores as City beat Roma: Nigerian youngster Kelechi Iheanacho put up an awesome disp… http://t.co/fcD8F4dBOR
— Dick Addict (@MesterFroggie) July 21, 2015
Manchester City’s head of recruitment Gary Worthington has said that Iheanacho in Manuel Pellegrini’s first team plans for next season
— Football Naija (@Football_Naija) July 21, 2015
Kelechi Iheanacho, Jason Denayer and Marcos Lopes are massive talents https://www.dubaidesignweek.ae. It’s a joy to watch them! #MCFC
— TheMCFCView (@TheMCFCView) July 21, 2015
Great cool finish by Iheanacho, this kids got such a bright future @MCFC
— Martin clay (@Mpclay66) July 21, 2015