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Beyond Limits academy talent scores on UEFA Youth League debut for Lille

Posted : 18 September 2024

Nigerian forward Adeshina Ibrahim Ayodele made a notable debut in the UEFA Youth League for Lille U19 on Tuesday, playing a key role in a 2-2 draw against Sporting Lisbon U19 at GD Stadium Aurelio Pereira.


The 18-year-old striker was a central figure in Lille's 4-3-3 formation, completing the full match. His standout moment came with a crucial goal in the second half that briefly gave Lille the lead.


Lille opened the scoring in the 11th minute when Isaac Cossier converted a pass from Soriba Diaoune. Sporting Lisbon quickly equalized 12 minutes later with a goal from Manuel Ascencao Bebiano Mendonca, assisted by J.P. Arnauth Barrocas Simoes.


Ayodele regained Lille's advantage in the 62nd minute, finishing a pass from Diaoune with composure. However, the match ended in a draw as Sporting Lisbon scored a late equalizer in the eighth minute of stoppage time.


Ayodele joined Lille during the summer transfer window after impressing with Beyond Limits, the youth academy of Nigerian Premier Football League team Remo Stars. His exceptional performances in Nigeria helped him secure a move to Europe.


The young striker also shined on the international stage during the Viareggio Cup in Italy, where Beyond Limits made history as the first African team to win the tournament. Ayodele scored five goals and provided an assist, averaging a goal contribution every 52 minutes.


Lille reportedly outmaneuvered several top European clubs, including Anderlecht and several Dutch teams, to sign Ayodele. His debut goal in the UEFA Youth League is expected to enhance his confidence and mark the beginning of a promising European career.

 

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