Motunrayo Ezekiel’s debut season in Spain has kicked off in commendable style; with just 12 minutes of play, the Super Falcons star made an instant impact, assisting Valencia in securing a vital point.
Her first Liga F assist came at a crucial moment, preventing Valencia from a narrow defeat in their 1-1 draw against Deportivo La Coruna Femenino on Saturday, Footballrover reports.
Motunrayo Ezekiel’s first Liga F assist: A game-changer for Valencia
Ezekiel, who joined Valencia in January, began the match on the bench as her team faced Deportivo at the Estadio Abanca-Riazor.
Deportivo took the lead early with a 14th-minute strike by Ainhoa Marín, putting Valencia on the back foot.
Despite creating multiple chances, Deportivo failed to extend their lead before halftime.
A brilliant assist: Ezekiel makes immediate impact
Valencia came out strong in the second half but still struggled to break through. In the 81st minute, they saw a goal cleared off the line, and hopes of equalising grew thin.
That’s when Ezekiel entered the fray in the 84th minute. Within just one minute on the pitch, the 21-year-old Nigerian made a crucial first Liga F assist, setting up Emma Martin for a right-footed equaliser.
The timely assist helped Valencia snatch a point, which, despite leaving them at the bottom of the table with just seven points, is vital in their fight to avoid relegation.
She played a key role in Valencia’s effort to recover from a difficult position and continue their battle for survival in Liga F.
Ezekiel’s brief yet impactful performance, including one key pass and a shot on target, should earn her a starting point in their next fixture against UD Tenerife.
With that result, Motunrayo Ezekiel and her Black and Whites teammates are now without a win in their last four outings, with a record of two defeats and two draws.
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