Akor Adams delivered a dramatic late winner as Sevilla FC came from two goals down to defeat Villarreal CF 3-2 in an entertaining LaLiga encounter on Wednesday night.
The Nigerian striker sealed the comeback in the 72nd minute, helping Sevilla secure an important away victory that boosted the club’s hopes of avoiding relegation.
Villarreal Took Early Control
Villarreal started strongly and opened the scoring in the 13th minute through Gerard Moreno after a well-worked attacking move.
The home side doubled their advantage seven minutes later when Georges Mikautadze finished from close range following a dangerous cross into the box.
Sevilla struggled early in the match as Villarreal controlled possession and created several attacking chances.
Sevilla Produce Impressive Comeback
Sevilla found a way back into the game before halftime when Oso scored in the 36th minute after receiving a precise pass from Lucien Agoumé.
The visitors equalised in stoppage time of the first half as Kike Salas fired home a powerful strike to make it 2-2.
The momentum shifted after the break as Sevilla continued to press for a winner.
Akor Adams Sevilla Winner Seals Victory
The decisive moment arrived in the 72nd minute when Akor Adams finished brilliantly from inside the penalty area after a quick attacking move involving Juanlu Sánchez and Djibril Sow.
The goal marked Adams’ 10th LaLiga goal of the season, an impressive achievement in his debut campaign in Spain.
The Nigerian forward has become one of Sevilla’s most important attacking players this season with consistent performances in front of goal.
Villarreal pushed for an equaliser in the closing minutes, but Sevilla defended strongly to secure all three points.
Important Win for Sevilla
The victory ended Sevilla’s poor away run and moved the team further away from the relegation zone.
For Villarreal, the defeat ended their impressive winning streak at home.
Akor Adams’ performance once again highlighted his growing influence in Spanish football as the Nigerian striker continues to shine in LaLiga.
