Super sub Umar Sadiq scores Valencia winner against Athletic Club

Umar Sadiq returned to the scoresheet once again, netting the decisive goal in Valencia CF’s 1-0 victory over Athletic Club on Matchday 35 at San Mamés on Sunday.

​Sadiq began the encounter as a substitute and was introduced in the second half, replacing Hugo Duro with 20 minutes remaining. The change proved masterstroke; the Nigerian striker found the breakthrough just two minutes after entering the fray, heading home the match-winner to secure three crucial points for Los Che.

​With this victory, Valencia continues their ascent up the La Liga table, pulling further away from the relegation scrap and moving within striking distance of the European qualification spots.

​Back in the goals

​Prior to his recent resurgence, the former UD Almería star endured a frustrating drought, failing to find the net in seven consecutive outings against Villarreal CF, CA Osasuna, Deportivo Alavés, Real Oviedo, Sevilla, Celta de Vigo, and Elche CF.

​Sadiq has now hit a rich vein of form, scoring in three of Valencia’s last four league matches with goals against RCD Mallorca, Girona FC, and now Athletic Club.

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