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Mouscron Suffers Defeat Despite Awoniyi’s Assist Against Club Brugge
In a thrilling Belgian top-flight encounter on Tuesday, Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi showcased his skills for 10-man Mouscron, providing an assist in their 4-2 away defeat to league leaders Club Brugge. Awoniyi, currently on loan from Liverpool, made an impactful start to the game before being substituted in the 85th minute. His assist came in the 35th minute when he set up Benjamin van Durman to give Mouscron an early 1-0 lead.
Club Brugge responded swiftly, with Anthony Limbombe equalizing in the 51st minute. The match took an unfortunate turn for Mouscron when Nathan De Medina received a red card in the 59th minute, leaving them with 10 men. Seizing the opportunity, Brugge took the lead through Ruud Vormer’s successful conversion of a penalty in the 60th minute.
Despite the numerical disadvantage, Mouscron displayed resilience and managed to draw level in the 69th minute, courtesy of a goal from Bruno Godeau. However, Abdoulaye Diaby quickly restored Brugge’s lead in the 71st minute, and his second goal of the game secured a 4-2 victory for the league leaders.
With this result, Club Brugge maintains their position at the top of the league table with an impressive 53 points. Mouscron, on the other hand, finds themselves in the seventh position with 26 points.
Awoniyi’s contribution to Mouscron’s performance did not go unnoticed, as his assist demonstrated his ability to make an impact on the game. Despite the defeat, the Nigerian striker’s performance showcased his talent and potential, leaving fans eager to see more of his abilities in future matches.
Club Brugge’s relentless pursuit of victory, even when faced with a resilient Mouscron side, highlights their determination to maintain their position at the summit of the league. As the season progresses, their competitors will undoubtedly need to step up their game to challenge the league leaders.
The match was a testament to the excitement and competitiveness of the Belgian top flight
