Onyekuru Shines with Brace as Anderlecht Triumphs Over Lokeren

Super Eagles’ forward and Everton loanee, Henry Onyekuru, made a resounding impact as he opened his goal-scoring account for Anderlecht, securing a dramatic 3-2 victory over Lokeren in the Belgian first division on Friday evening. Onyekuru’s breakthrough came after seven appearances across various competitions, including six league matches and the Belgian Super Cup.

The match kicked off with Onyekuru asserting his influence from the start, finding the net just three minutes into the game. However, Lokeren swiftly responded, with Marko Miric equalizing the scoreline three minutes later, setting the stage for an enthralling contest.

In the 36th minute, Lokeren surged ahead courtesy of a clinical strike by Ari Skulason, demonstrating their formidable resolve. As the minutes dwindled, Onyekuru emerged as Anderlecht’s beacon of hope, notching his second goal in the 77th minute to level the score at 2-2.

In the dying moments of the game, Lukasz Teodorczyk etched his name into the annals of the match, delivering a crucial winner for Anderlecht in the 90th minute, sealing a hard-fought triumph.

This pivotal victory propels Anderlecht to the seventh position in the 16-team league table, amassing eight points and underlining their determination to climb further up the ranks. The match showcased Onyekuru’s remarkable resilience and skill, solidifying his role as a dynamic force within the Anderlecht lineup.

Onyekuru’s memorable performance is poised to leave an indelible mark on both Anderlecht and the wider football community, serving as a testament to his burgeoning potential on the pitch.