Super Eagles striker Akor Adams was on target as Sevilla secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Atlético Madrid in a La Liga encounter at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán.
The Nigerian forward opened the scoring early in the game, calmly converting a penalty in the 10th minute to hand Sevilla the advantage and set the tone for a high-intensity contest.
The penalty was awarded after a foul on Isaac Romero, and Adams showed composure from the spot, firing low into the bottom corner to register his eighth league goal of the season for the Spanish side.
Atlético Madrid responded in the 35th minute through Javier Boñar, who headed home from close range to restore parity for the visitors.
However, Sevilla regained the lead just before halftime when Nemanja Gudelj rose highest to score from a corner, making it 2-1 heading into the break.
Despite dominating possession for large spells of the second half, Atlético Madrid were unable to break down a resolute Sevilla defence, as the hosts held on to secure all three points.
The result is a significant boost for Sevilla in their fight to avoid relegation, with the victory lifting morale and strengthening their position in the La Liga standings.
For Adams, the goal further underlines his growing influence at the club since his move, with the Nigerian striker emerging as one of Sevilla’s key attacking threats this season.
The performance will also be a welcome boost for Nigeria, as the Super Eagles forward continues to impress in one of Europe’s top leagues ahead of upcoming international fixtures.