Tammy Abraham: NFF target scores for England U-21

Despite advances from Nigeria the country of his parents, Tammy is still playing for England.

Tammy Abraham who is a target for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) continues to be committed to England and scored for their U-21 in a UEFA Euro U-21 first round qualifying 3-1 win over Scotland.

Tammy who is born to Nigerian parents is still being pursued by the NFF who want the striker to commit to the Super Eagles.

Despite meeting the NFF president Amaju Pinnick a few weeks ago, Tammy continues to make himself available to England U-21 and was on the scoresheet on Friday, October 6 in a 3-1 win over Scotland.

The Swansea striker on loan from Chelsea netted England’s second goal of the night, converting a second-half penalty to extend the Young Lions’ lead.

It was another Nigerian-born youngster Josh Onomah who gave England the lead in the first half with a stunning strike.

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The ball dropped to the midfielder from 25 yards out, he steadied himself before dipping the ball into the top corner.

Dominic Solanke another player of Nigerian descent made sure of the points, finishing a move to seal the win for England.

As three players of Nigerian descent scored for England’s U-21, the Young Lions’ manager Aidy Boothroyd talked about Nigeria approaching some of his youngsters.

“Nigeria are trying to get as many players as they can and you can’t blame them because we’ve got some good players. Sheyi Ojo is another,” Boothroyd said.

 

“It’s a hard one because I can’t guarantee they are going to play, as the group is so good. Perhaps other countries might see that and promise the world and get them in the first team before you know it.”

After a meeting with Tammy, NFF boss Pinnick said he was sure that the striker had agreed to switch his allegiance to Nigeria.

Tammy however, released a statement to debunk Pinnick’s claim and declares he will continue to be available for England.

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