Nigeria forward Olusegun Olakunle was handed a starters shirt as Krasnodar edged Forte Taganrog 2-1 in a friendly on Sunday, Futbalgore.com.ng reports.

The skillful lad drew the curtain raiser one minute into the explosive encounter.

Krasnodar did well to win 2-1 against the stubborn Forte Taganrog team.

It will be recalled that ABS FC product Olakunle has been a shinning light for Krasnodar during the pre-season matches.

The 20-year-old was one of the standout players for the Golden Eaglets at the 2019 U17 AFCON and FIFA U17 World Cup, playing nine games in both tournaments, scoring two goals.