Jennifer Echegini finally found her scoring touch, netting her first brace of the season in a dominant 6-1 victory for Paris Saint-Germain Ladies over Dijon Foot.
The Super Falcons midfielder, who had been struggling to break into the starting lineup, delivered an unforgettable performance that not only secured the win but also signaled the start of her PSG breakthrough, Footballrover reports.
Echegini opened the scoring in the 10th minute, showing great composure to finally find the back of the net. Nine minutes later, the 23-year-old doubled her tally with a stunning finish, helping her side extend their lead.
PSG continued to pile on the pressure, with goals from Marie-Antoinette Katoto, Manssita Traore, Sakina Karchaoui, and Froya Brennskag-Dorsin, sealing an emphatic victory.
Despite a late goal from Kate Taylor for Dijon, PSG showed no mercy in their pursuit of dominance.
Jennifer Echegini’s brace sparks PSG’s title charge
Echegini’s journey to this point has not been easy. After joining PSG from Juventus Women, where she had made an immediate impact by scoring 10 goals in just 16 appearances, expectations were high.
However, settling into the French side has proven challenging. Echegini has struggled to secure a consistent spot in the first team, featuring in just five Division 1 Féminine matches, mostly as a substitute.
But her patience paid off in this match, as she started for just the third time this season.
The midfielder’s brace is a turning point in what has been a slow start to her PSG career, giving her a confidence boost ahead of future fixtures.
The victory, PSG’s fourth in five games, moves them within just one point of league leaders Lyon, setting the stage for an exciting title race.
With Echegini now finding her rhythm, PSG’s chances of closing the gap at the top have significantly improved.
The Nigerian international will look to build on this performance as she faces her fellow countrywoman, Chiamaka Nnadozie, and Paris FC in their next league encounter.
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