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Girona Dynamo Olanrewaju Kayode Earns Spot in LaLiga Team of the Week alongside Messi
In a stellar display of football prowess, Nigeria and Girona striker Olanrewaju Kayode has secured a coveted position in the prestigious LaLiga Team of the Week, as announced by football facts and statistics. The team, curated based on standout performances, also features the indomitable Argentine and Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi.
Kayode’s merited inclusion stems from his outstanding contribution to Girona’s triumphant 2-1 victory over Deportivo La Coruna last weekend. The newly promoted Girona exhibited resilience in the face of their opponent, with Kayode, playing the full 90 minutes, notably providing the crucial assist for Christian Portu’s decisive goal in the 71st minute.
The match witnessed a dazzling performance by 18-year-old Nigerian goalkeeper Francis Uzoho, making his second start and appearance for Deportivo La Coruna. The clash saw Aday securing an early lead for Girona at the 25-minute mark, only for Lucas Perez, on loan from Arsenal, to level the score.
Remarkably, Olanrewaju Kayode shares the third-highest rating, a commendable 8.3, with none other than the legendary Lionel Messi, his strike partner in whoscored’s formidable 4-4-2 formation. Valencia’s Goncales Guedes achieved a perfect 10 in the rankings.
This triumph propels Girona to the 15th spot on the LaLiga table, amassing a total of nine points. The victory not only underscores Girona’s growing prowess but also solidifies Kayode’s standing as a formidable force in LaLiga.
Whoscored.com’s meticulously selected LaLiga Team of the Week features a stellar lineup:
Goalkeeper Jan Oblak (Atletico Madrid)
Defenders Mario Gaspar (Villareal) Raphane Varane (Real Madrid) Jeison Murillo (Valencia) Lucas Digne (Barcelona)
Midfielders Faycal Fajr (Getafe) Geofrey Kondogbia (Valencia) Samu Castillejo (Villareal) Goncalo Guedes (Valencia)
Forwards Lionel Messi (Barcelona) Olanrewaju Kayode (Girona)
This acknowledgment serves as a testament to Kayode’s burgeoning influence and Girona’s ascent in the LaLiga ranks, further solidifying their presence among football elites.
