Super Eagles striker Akor Adams marked a stunning return to Sevilla with his first-ever brace for the club, helping secure a 2-2 comeback draw against Elchein a thrilling La Liga encounter on January 19, 2026.
Despite only arriving back in Spain hours earlier, he was included in the matchday squad by coach Matías Almeyda for their crucial clash against Elche at Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero.
After being introduced at halftime with Sevilla trailing 1-0, Adams quickly made his presence felt, pulling a goal back in the 75th minute.
The Nigerian striker latched onto a rebound from a low shot by Oso, poking it past the goalkeeper to make it 2-1.
With Sevilla still searching for an equalizer in the dying minutes,Adams calmly converted a penalty in stoppage time after a handball in the Elche box, rescuing a point for the visitors.
Key Contributions from Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke
While Adams stole the spotlight with his brace, Chidera Ejuke also played a vital role in the second half, providing pace and skill to trouble Elche’s defense.
Though Ejuke did not register a goal, his lively performance helped Sevilla push for an equalizer.
Adams’ impressive comeback comes on the heels of his standout performances in the AFCON 2025, where he contributed 2 goals and 2 assists, showcasing his burgeoning partnership with Victor Osimhen in the Super Eagles attack.
Akor Adams on Track for Sevilla Success
At 25 years old, Akor Adams is now firmly in the spotlight as one of Sevilla’s key attacking threats.
His brace against Elche was his first competitive double for the club, a performance that will surely boost his confidence heading into the next phase of the season.
With his 26th birthday approaching on January 29, Adams will be eager to continue his fine form for Sevilla as they push for success in La Liga.
