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Ezekiel’s LaLiga Debut Marred by Las Palmas Defeat to Sevilla; Etebo Displays Promising Form
In a challenging encounter for Las Palmas, Nigerian forward Imoh Ezekiel marked his LaLiga debut during a 2-1 home defeat to Sevilla on Saturday. Despite Ezekiel’s introduction in the 42nd minute for Gabriel Penalba, Las Palmas struggled to overturn the game, intensifying their relegation concerns.
Ezekiel, a Rio 2016 star, recently joined Las Palmas as a free agent after terminating his contract with Konyaspor. His entrance into the match was a testament to the team’s determination to alter their fate, though Sevilla’s dominance proved insurmountable.
Oghenekaro Etebo, on loan from Portuguese side Feirense, also displayed his skills for Las Palmas, contributing to the team’s efforts in a match that showcased his growing impact on the Spanish club. However, a goal in each half from Wissam Ben Yedder and Pablo Sarabia in the 35th and 50th minutes solidified Sevilla’s lead. Las Palmas managed a nervy comeback as Jonathan Calleri netted from the penalty spot, reducing the deficit to 2-1. Nevertheless, the defeat leaves Las Palmas in the 18th position, holding 18 points in the league table, intensifying their battle against relegation.Sevilla’s triumph elevates them to the fifth position with 39 points, positioning them just three points behind Real Madrid in fourth. The match showcased the competitiveness of LaLiga, with Ezekiel and Etebo’s performances adding an exciting dimension to the league’s narrative