Super Eagles Defensive Duo Emerge With Plaudits In Leganes Draw Vs Atletico Madrid

Published: January 26, 2020

Leganes battled to a goalless draw with Spanish La Liga giants, Atletico Madrid in their latest league meeting on Sunday afternoon, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.

Super Eagles defensive duo of Kenneth Omeruo and Chidozie Awaziem were handed starts in the center of the rear for Javier Aguirre's men, and they were influential in helping the visitors to a commendable draw against the star-studded Madrid side.

According to stats gathered from renowned statistical website, Whoscored, the duo came away with match ratings of 7.22 and 7.11 respectively from the clash.

Awaziem who was booked in the 11th minute won four aerial duels, made three tackles and had a pass success rate of 86.5 percent in the game while Omeruo had two tackles, won three aerial duels and had a success rate of 79 percent for passing.

The former Chelsea defender, who was making his 14th start in La Liga this term, made nine clearances, more than any other player on the pitch.

Leganes are currently battling the drop in the Spanish La Liga, and the latest point will come as a big boost for Los Pepineros.

Emmanuel Chinaza