Chidera Ejuke excels at Sevilla; Kelechi Iheanacho struggles to score

Posted : 30 September 2024

Super Eagles forward Chidera Ejuke maintained his excellent form for Sevilla FC during their Matchday 8 encounter against Athletic Bilbao at the Estadio San Mamés. Ejuke’s performance was noteworthy, building on his significant contribution in the previous match where he played a crucial role in Sevilla’s 2-1 victory over Real Valladolid.

The match against Bilbao saw the hosts take the lead in the first half when Mikel Jauregizar scored with a shot from the edge of the box that was deflected into the net. This early goal set the tone for the match, but the dynamics shifted dramatically when Bilbao's goalkeeper, Julen Agirrezabala, received a red card, leaving his team with ten players for the remainder of the game.

Sevilla seized the opportunity to press for an equalizer after the sending-off. Late in the match, the visitors were rewarded when Alex Padilla inadvertently scored an own goal, allowing Sevilla to salvage a point. Ejuke played a key role in this equalizer, initiating a short corner that ultimately led to the defensive mistake resulting in the own goal.

On the other hand, fellow Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho faced another difficult outing during his time on the field. Spending 58 minutes in the match, Iheanacho struggled to make a significant impact and continued his quest for his first goal since his transfer to Sevilla, which has proven to be quite challenging.

While Ejuke enjoys a successful run with his recent performances, Iheanacho is experiencing a tough spell, still seeking to regain his scoring touch in Spain. Despite his efforts, he has yet to find the net in his six appearances for the La Liga side, leaving him frustrated as he strives to contribute to the team.

The contrasting experiences of the two players highlight the different paths they are currently navigating at the club. Ejuke’s consistent performances have made him a standout player, whereas Iheanacho is working diligently to overcome his scoring drought.

As both players continue their journeys at Sevilla FC, the contrast between Ejuke’s flourishing form and Iheanacho’s struggles offers an intriguing narrative within the team. The coming matches will be crucial for Iheanacho as he seeks to break his goal-scoring slump and for Ejuke to maintain his excellent momentum.

Chidera Ejuke excels at Sevilla; Kelechi Iheanacho struggles to score

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