Odion Ighalo: Former Nigerian International Celebrates Saudi National Day in Traditional Attire

• Odion Ighalo joined millions of Saudi Arabian nationals in celebrating their 93rd national day
• The former Nigerian international was dressed in a Thobe as he shared photos on his social media handle
• Ighalo has already notched in five goals in five Saudi Pro League matches for Al-Wehda this season

Former Nigerian international Odion Ighalo was spotted wearing traditional Saudi attire to celebrate the Kingdom's National Day.

The Al-Wehda striker joined the people of the Arab nation as they marked their 93rd national day on Saturday as military parades, a biker parade, and arms exhibitions in the major cities were held across the country.

Ighalo was clad in the famous dress, Thobe or Thawb, and shared photos on his X handle to get his followers buzzing.

The 34-year-old moved to Al-Wehda this summer and has already notched in five goals in five matches in the Saudi Pro League this season.

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Recall that the former Super Eagles striker also had a stint with rival club Al-Hilal, where he scored 42 goals in 58 matches in all competitions across two seasons, Daily Post reports.

He joined Al-Hilal from another Saudi club, Al-Shabab, in January 2022 and won the Saudi League title in his first season at the club.

After sharing photos, fans stormed the comment section to react. One said:

“Congratulations to all of us from Saudi Arabia.”

Another added:

“Happy Saudi National Day! Wishing all our friends in Saudi Arabia a joyous and proud celebration!”

Although they failed to defend their league title last season, the former Watford of England striker was part of the Al-Hilal squad that won the King's Cup in his last season.

Meanwhile, Al-Hilal thanked the player for his successful stay with them.

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The Senegalese forward wore traditional Saudi Arabian clothes while wielding a sword as he shared the beautiful culture of the Gulf nation.

In photos shared on social media, Mane celebrated the culture of Saudi Arabia with a beaming smile on his face.