Super Eagles winger Chidera Ejuke came off the bench to score a brilliant goal as Sevilla defeated Athletic Club 3-1 in their LaLiga encounter at San Mamés on Saturday.
The victory propelled the Andalusian club to the top of the league standings.
The match shifted early when Athletic Club were reduced to ten men after Yuri Berchiche received a straight red card in the 11th minute.
Sevilla capitalized shortly after when Oso opened the scoring in the 15th minute.
Ejuke’s impact from the bench
Introduced at the start of the second half in place of Miguel Ángel Sierra, Ejuke wasted no time dismantling the hosts’ defense.
Showing great composure, the Nigerian international latched onto an assist from Isaac Romero in the 50th minute and executed a delicate chip over Spain international goalkeeper Unai Simón to double Sevilla’s advantage.
Sevilla secures the points
The quick second-half goal crushed any hopes of a comeback for the hosts. Isaac Romero added a third for Sevilla just seven minutes later.
Although Athletic Club reduced the deficit through Aitor Paredes in the 70th minute, Ejuke’s decisive performance ensured Sevilla comfortably sealed the 3-1 win.
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