New kid on the block: Kelechi Iheanacho (left) is congratulated by Scott Sinclair after scoring
The Nigerian forward, whose paperwork is still being processed by the Etihad side, was on the end of Jesus Navas’ cross and had the required composure and precision to tuck away the chance.
The 17-year-old was also awarded Man of the Match and the ESPN commentator said: “Iheanacho. Watch out for that name. You’re going to be hearing that name for a long time to come. Eye catching display.”
Iheanacho burst onto the scene last year, as the talisman of the Nigeria U-17 team that clinched the World Cup in UAE.
KELECHI IHEANACHO
Age: 17 Nationality: Nigerian
Position: Forward
Height: 5ft 9in
Squad No: 72
Left-footed striker came through the Right to Dream programme in Ghana, which has close links to City
Earned his place on US tour last week after impressing in Scotland
Scored six goals in seven matches for Nigeria at U17 World Championship
Won Golden Ball at that tournament
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