Nigerian Duo Omeruo and Eduok Shine as Kasimpasa Secures Victory over Konyaspor

In a thrilling encounter in the Turkish top-flight, Nigerian talents Kenneth Omeruo and Emem Eduok showcased their prowess, each finding the net for Kasimpasa in a 2-1 victory over visiting Konyaspor on Sunday.

Emem Eduok opened the scoring for Kasimpasa in the 12th minute, marking his fourth league goal of the current season. However, Konyaspor managed to level the playing field in the 56th minute with a goal from Amir Hadziahmetovic, setting the stage for a fiercely contested match.

The late drama unfolded in the 90th minute when Kenneth Omeruo, in a historic moment, netted his first-ever goal for Kasimpasa, securing the crucial three points for his team. Imoh Ezekiel, also a Nigerian footballer, entered the fray for Konyaspor in the closing minutes of the game.

The victory propelled Kasimpasa to 10th place in the league table with 18 points, while Konyaspor, now 15th with 11 points, finds themselves precariously positioned just one place above the relegation zone.

The standout performances of Omeruo and Eduok underscore the growing influence of Nigerian players on the international football stage. As Kasimpasa celebrates a hard-fought triumph, the Nigerian duo’s contributions will undoubtedly be lauded by fans and football enthusiasts alike, further cementing their impact in the Turkish top-flight league.