Nigerians Akor, Ejuke Power Sevilla Rout

Sevilla emphatically returned to winning ways in LaLiga on Sunday, routing Real Oviedo with a commanding 4-0 victory, an outcome largely orchestrated by the stellar performances of Nigerian duo Adams Akor and Chidera Ejuke. The commanding display from the Super Eagles players provided a significant boost for Sevilla, lifting them into the top half of the table after a turbulent run of form.

At the heart of the victory was 25-year-old forward Adams Akor, whose involvement in three of the four goals made him the standout performer of the afternoon. Akor wasted no time in making his mark, firing home the game’s opening goal just four minutes into the contest after latching onto a precise through ball from Lucien Agoumé. The early strike ended what had been an eight-game goal drought for the striker in all competitions, underscoring its importance to his confidence.

Akor quickly transitioned from goalscorer to provider, taking on the role of chief creator for the home side. Midway through the first half, the forward turned provider by laying the ball off for Djibril Sow, who expertly curled his effort into the net to double Sevilla’s advantage. Akor was not finished, however, claiming his second assist early in the second half when he deftly flicked the ball on for Batista Mendy. Mendy showed composure and skill to finish the move, extending the lead to 3-0 and effectively putting the game beyond the reach of the visitors.

Throughout the match, Akor continued to torment the opposition defense, pushing for his second goal and forcing the Oviedo goalkeeper into two smart saves. His final contribution of one goal and two assists marked a season-best performance, pushing his league tally to three goals and two assists in 13 appearances for the Rojiblancos. The performance was recognized by Flashscore, which named him the Man of the Match.

Adding the finishing touches to the comprehensive victory was Akor’s Super Eagles compatriot, Chidera Ejuke. The winger, who started the match on the bench and came on for Alexis Sanchez in the final minutes, ensured the rout was complete. Ejuke capped the dominant display by netting Sevilla’s fourth goal in the 89th minute, a superb solo effort that saw him weave past two defenders before unleashing a decisive shot past the goalkeeper. His goal was his first league goal of the season, marking a double Nigerian delight for Sevilla supporters and for the national team ahead of the forthcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament.

The convincing 4-0 win provided a much-needed break from a poor run of form for Sevilla, who had been struggling for consistency in LaLiga. Meanwhile, the defeat compounded the woes of relegation-threatened Real Oviedo, who ended the game with ten men after David Carmo was sent off late on, and who have now extended their winless run to nine games. For the Nigerian stars, the emphatic showing serves as a significant boost of confidence as they prepare to join the national team for AFCON preparations.