Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke Return to Sevilla After AFCON Success

Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke arrived in Sevilla this morning following their triumph with Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations, where they secured the bronze medal after a penalty shootout against Egypt. This news is particularly encouraging for Matías Almeyda, as he welcomes back two offensive players during a challenging period for the team, which has suffered three consecutive defeats in La Liga, four if we include their elimination from the Copa del Rey.

Adams made a significant impact in the tournament, contributing two goals and two assists. Sevilla, having struggled to find the net in their last four matches, eagerly anticipates his return. Despite FIFA’s recommendation for a 72-hour rest period for players, both Adams and Ejuke, along with the Nigerian federation, have expressed no objections to participating, making them potential candidates for the match against Elche tomorrow at 21:00 at the Martínez Valero.

The team faces additional challenges with injuries to Alfon and Rubén Vargas, as well as questions surrounding Alexis Sánchez, who has not trained with the group this week due to a pelvic injury. Consequently, the return of Adams and Ejuke is doubly beneficial for the upcoming league match. The duo played pivotal roles in Sevilla’s latest victory against Oviedo, with Adams scoring and providing an assist, while Ejuke also added to the scoreline.

Almeyda stated, “We need to first assess their condition, as we haven’t seen them yet. However, I know I will have them available for the match. I’m unsure if they’ll start or come on in the second half, but unlike previous games, we will finally have two offensive players on the bench, which we have been lacking in other matches.”