Onuachu backs Salah’s greatness with on-field display

Paul Onuachu has offered a glimpse of the value Mohamed Salah brings to Trabzonspor, with the Nigerian striker turning his admiration for the Egyptian into a telling contribution during their 2-0 victory over Alanyaspor.

Onuachu provided the assist for Salah’s goal as Trabzonspor secured their sixth consecutive Turkish Super Lig victory on Sunday, just days after describing the former Liverpool forward as a major influence within the team.

The Nigerian had spoken about Salah’s importance following Trabzonspor’s 1-0 defeat to Freiburg in the UEFA Conference League last Thursday, highlighting the experience the Egyptian brings to the squad.

“Everyone wants to work with a star like Salah. He is a world star. He adds a lot to us with his experience,” Onuachu said.

His words found an immediate connection on the pitch against Alanyaspor, where he helped Salah double Trabzonspor’s advantage in the 34th minute.

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After receiving a through ball from Ernest Muçi, Onuachu flicked it into Salah’s path. The Egyptian evaded a sliding challenge from Nuno Lima before calmly slotting into the bottom corner.

The goal came after Wagner Pina had opened the scoring in the 17th minute, with Nigerian defender Chibuike Nwaiwu providing the assist.

Onuachu’s contribution was his first league assist for Trabzonspor this season and underlined the understanding developing between the Nigerian forward and Salah.

The result lifted Trabzonspor to second place with 25 points from 11 matches, three behind leaders Galatasaray, as they responded to their European setback with another domestic victory.

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