'Decisive' Chukwueze key weapon for Villarreal in Madrid clash
FootballNigerian Forward Samuel Chukwueze Disgraces Real Madrid Defender to Score Wonderful Goal in La Liga
- Real Madrid welcomed Villarreal to the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday night
- The White Angels opened the scoring thanks to a Pau Torred own goal
- Villarreal fought back to find a superb equaliser through Nigerian star Samuel Chukwueze
Samuel Chukwueze continued his sizzling form with a beautiful goal for Villarreal against Real Madrid in the Spanish La Liga.
The Nigerian forward looks back to his very best this season having scored 12 goals and registering 11 assists in the ongoing campaign.
And at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday evening, the tricky winger showed off his brilliance best in one move against Real Madrid which resulted in a goal.
Los Blancos opened the scoring after Marco Asensio's cut back was eventually nudged home for an own goal by Pau Torres.
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Chukwueze's moment of magic
However, despite having to withstand a barrage of pressure from the hosts after conceding, Villarreal gradually forced their way into the game before the interval.
In the 39th minute, Nigeria international Chukwueze displayed incredible skill on the edge of the box to score the equalizer.
Chukwueze was part of the Nigerian team during the recent international break, featuring in the home and away games against Guinea-Bissau.
Meanwhile, Villarreal are hoping to finish the season on a high as the push for UEFA Champions League spot continues.
Chukwueze discusses Arsenal links
Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Chukwueze finally clearing the air on speculation linking him with a move to the Premier League, claiming he is happy to remain in Spain for now.
The 23-year-old has been linked with a possible switch to Arsenal since last year, with the Gunners' chiefs said to be preparing to make Villarreal an offer in the summer.
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Chukwueze scores in Getafe win
Super Eagles forward, Chukwueze was in fine form on February 27, scoring and created an assist for Villarreal in their 2-1 win over Getafe.
The score in the La Liga clash was the Nigerian's 10th of the season and he was also named 'man of the match' for his impressive outing.
Villarreal went into the game in search of three points to improve their place on the table and did well at the Estadio de le Ceramica.