Super Eagles striker attends boxing match at 02 Arena

Joshua was crowned thnew IBF world heavyweight championafter stunning Martin in the second round on Saturday, April 9.

After playing in Watford’s 1-1 home draw with Everton, Ighalo was at the O2 Arena to watch the boxing match.

“Watching boxing live for The first time, rooting for my Bro Anthony Joshua,” he wrote before adding “YessssssAnthony Joshua is a beast,” after Joshua’s win in the second round.

His Watford teammate Troy Deneey was at the match along with several Premier League stars.

Andros Townsend of Newcastle United, West Ham captain Mark Noble, Aston Villa forward, Scott Sinclair and Norwich keeper John Ruddy.

Also at the fight was former Chelsea coach, Jose Mourinho who posed with Joshua after he had been presented with his belt.