Nigeria, March 13 -- Manager Francesco Farioli has praised Nigerian striker Terem Moffi following his influential performance in FC Porto's 2-1 victory over VfB Stuttgart in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday evening.

The Super Eagles forward, who joined Porto on loan from OGC Nice during the winter transfer window, made his mark early in the contest by opening the scoring in the 21st minute.

Moffi showed composure in front of goal, calmly finishing after a well-timed pass from Borja Sainz to give the Portuguese giants the lead.

The strike was the Nigerian's second goal for Porto since completing his January move, an encouraging sign as he continues to settle into life in Portugal and adapt to the demands of the club's attacking system...