Super Eagles forward Salim Fago Lawal played a pivotal role in Viktoria Plzeň’s recent success, finding the net in a commanding 3-0 triumph against Hradec Králové. This result in the Czech First Division proved essential for the “Yellow and Blues,” as it effectively halted a frustrating streak of five matches without a win across all competitive fronts.
The 23-year-old attacker, who was a member of the Nigerian national team during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, broke the deadlock by scoring the opening goal just one minute before the half-time interval. This strike represents Lawal’s second goal for the club since his winter transfer from the Croatian side NK Istra in January.
The win has significant implications for the league table, as Martin Hyský’s men have now ascended to third place, accumulating 45 points after 25 rounds of fixtures. Following this resurgence in form, the squad will prepare to build on their momentum in their upcoming domestic clash against Bohemians 1905.
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