Super Eagles hopeful Chuba Akpom delivered a performance to remember in French Ligue 1 on Sunday, registering his first Ligue 1 assist to help Lille secure a vital 2-0 away victory over Angers.

The 29-year-old forward, on loan from Ajax, played a decisive role as 10-man Lille climbed into the UEFA Champions League qualification positions, Footballrover reports.

Chuba Akpom fires Lille up with first Ligue 1 assist

Before the breakthrough, Chuba Akpom had endured a tough 64-day stretch without a goal or assist, featuring in nine matches.

But at the Stade Raymond Kopa, he turned the tide.

After nearly opening the scoring in the 21st minute, Akpom made no mistake later, setting up Lille’s crucial second goal to cap a resilient performance.

His contribution took his tally this season to two goals and one assist across 13 appearances.

First Ligue 1 assist: Akpom’s key to Lille’s Champions League dream

Lille, though reduced to 10 men after Bafodé Diakité’s dismissal, held firm thanks to Akpom’s influence and Hákon Arnar Haraldsson’s brilliance.

The Nigerian striker exited the pitch after 72 minutes, with Lille comfortably ahead. With three games left, Lille’s top-four ambitions now look brighter, while Angers still flirts dangerously with relegation.

Akpom’s timing couldn’t have been better — his first assist for the French side reignited Lille’s charge for Europe and reminded everyone why he remains a strong Super Eagles prospect.

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Last Updated on April 27, 2025 4:59 pm by Sir Kris