Nigerian footballer Umar Sadiq grabbed the spotlight as his wonder strike guides a 2-1 victory against Sevilla in LaLiga action on Sunday.
The match witnessed an early lead for Real Sociedad with a Sevilla own goal within the first three minutes.
Umar Sadiq, returning to starting 11 after a season-long injury layoff, doubled the advantage with a remarkable long-range strike in the 22nd minute.
It was his first goal of the season and first for Real Socieded since September 3, 2022.
This exceptional strike not only boosted team morale but also highlighted Sadiq’s extraordinary blend of ambition, athleticism, and technique, defining the 26-year-old’s prowess on the field.
Sevilla did pulled one back in the 65th minutes through Morocco’s forward Youssef En-Nesyri.
The victory elevated Real Sociedad to the 5th position in the LaLiga standings.