Nigerian sensation Christantus Uche scores and assists to help Getafe thump Real Sociedad
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Super Eagles eligible star Christantus Uche || Image credit: Imago

Nigerian sensation Christantus Uche scores and assists to help Getafe thump Real Sociedad

Faruq Ibrahim 18:27 - 26.01.2025

Christantus Uche scored for the first time since his debut to lead Getafe to victory over Real Sociedad.

Crisantus Uche ended his goal drought today, as he scored once and set his teammate up for another in Getafe's 3-0 triumph over Real Sociedad.

While he is a midfielder by trade, Uche is largely deployed as a forward by Jose Bordalas. Hence his goal drought that stretched back to his debut against Athletic Club has been a source of concern.

Uche's functionality for the Madrid-based side ensures he is one of the first names on the team sheet even without the goals. Still, goals are important, and it was evident in his animated celebration after doubling his tally for the season in the 72nd minute.

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Key match details

The opening 45 minutes of the contest were marred by petty fouls and missed opportunities, with Benat Turrientes' reckless challenge on Djene the worst of the set. 

The most clear-cut chance of the half fell to Igor Zubeldia, whose powerful header forced Soria into an impressive reflex save. The interval failed to spark a noticeable change in either team's approach, with Kubo continuing to pose the greatest threat, twice delivering crosses into the box without finding a teammate.

The introduction of Borja Mayoral for Getafe added an air of trepidation for the hosts, given his history of scoring against Sociedad for various LaLiga teams. Mayoral's influence proved pivotal, as Remiro palmed his angled shot from Carles Pérez's through-ball into the path of Uche, who emphatically converted.

Sociedad's collapse was swift and merciless, with Getafe doubling their lead within a minute. A diagonal ball found Diego Rico, who delivered a pinpoint cross for Perez to outmuscle Javi Lopez and fire past Remiro. The hosts' defensive woes continued, allowing Uche to tee up Pérez for a simple side-footed finish, sealing Getafe's triumph.

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