Sevilla FC manager, Garcia Pimienta has lavished praise on Super Eagles star, Kelechi Iheanacho after the Nigerian international ended his goal drought in style.
Iheanacho scored twice in Sevilla’s dominant 3-0 Copa del Rey victory over La Rozas FC on Wednesday night.
The brace marked a turning point in Iheanacho’s struggles since joining the club on a free transfer during the summer.
Pimienta singled out Iheanacho for commendation, highlighting his impact on the team’s success.
“Iheanacho’s second-half display showcased the effectiveness required from forwards,” Pimienta said on the club’s website. “He’s been training hard, played the full 90 minutes, and his double is a huge boost. We’re optimistic about his continued growth.”
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Iheanacho expressed his delight at opening his goal account for Sevilla, citing the confidence boost for himself and the team.
“Scoring feels amazing; it’s a great morale lifter for me and the team,” he told Sevillista. “I hope this momentum helps us push for a top-six finish.”
Iheanacho’s breakthrough performance has ignited hopes of a resurgence in form, and Pimienta’s praise underscores the Nigerian’s potential to drive Sevilla’s success.
