FC Porto’s Samuel Aghehowa continued with his inspiring journey in European football, scoring in his third consecutive UEFA Europa League match to secure a vital 2-0 win over FC Midtjylland at the Estádio do Dragão.
The 20-year-old Nigerian forward once again proved his worth, delivering a performance that not only sealed Porto’s dominance but also boosted their chances of advancing in the competition, footballrover reports.
Samuel Aghehowa shines in Europa League win
Aghehowa, who has been in exceptional form this season, doubled Porto’s lead in the 56th minute with a clinical finish from Pepê’s precise pass.
This goal marked his fifth in the Europa League and his 15th across all competitions, as he continues to show his growing importance to the team.
Aghehowa’s consistency has obviously been crucial in Porto’s campaign, helping them maintain momentum as they look to secure qualification to the next round of the competition.
Porto initially took the lead through Danny Namaso’s 29th-minute header, assisted by Stephen Eustaquio.
The second-half strike by Aghehowa gave Porto the cushion they needed, ensuring their dominance over Danish opposition remained unchallenged.
Aghehowa’s take on the victory
After the match, Aghehowa reflected on the team’s performance and the significance of the victory.
“I’m happy with the work we did and, above all, with the victory. It was important to give us confidence,” he said.
Porto’s group stage progress
The win pushed Porto to eight points from four matches, keeping them firmly in contention for the knockout stages with two games remaining.
Aghehowa’s contributions have been instrumental in their journey, proving that his rise is no fluke but the result of hard work and determination.
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