In a dramatic LaLiga encounter at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium, Sevilla secured a vital 2-1 triumph against Espanyol, with Akor Adams emerging as the hero. The Nigerian forward netted the decisive goal in stoppage time, handing his team a crucial win.
Espanyol took the lead in the 56th minute when Tyrhys Dolan capitalized on a defensive lapse from Sevilla to slot home. The visitors appeared set for a valuable away victory until the home side mounted a spirited comeback.
With 75 minutes on the clock, Adams was introduced as a substitute, replacing Ruben Vargas. The change proved pivotal as Sevilla pushed for an equalizer. Their persistence paid off eight minutes from full time when Andres Castrin leveled the score, setting the stage for a frantic finale.
The winner came deep into added time, with Alexis Sanchez providing the assist for Adams to fire past the Espanyol goalkeeper and spark wild celebrations in Seville. Adams has now amassed nine goals and three assists in 29 LaLiga appearances this season, underlining his importance to the Rojiblancos’ campaign.