Super Eagles striker Akor Adams scores for Venezia but Serie A side loses 4-2 to Fiorentina

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams opened his league goalscoring account for Venezia with a composed finish after intelligent movement to create space, putting the home side ahead against Fiorentina at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo on Friday night. Despite his early lead, Venezia collapsed as Franco Mastantuono scored a hat-trick and Mateo Pellegrino added another for a 4-2 away win.

The 26-year-old Nigerian now has three goals and one assist in six appearances across all competitions since joining Venezia during the summer transfer window. Adams previously impressed at Sevilla last season, scoring 10 goals and providing three assists in 32 league games as he helped the Spanish side avoid relegation. His clinical striking proved crucial in Sevilla's battle to drop points and escape the Segunda Division.

For Venezia, the defeat leaves them searching for answers in their first season back among Italy's top-flight clubs after promotion. Adams' consistent goalscoring threat offers hope amid early struggles, with the striker looking to build momentum as he adapts to Serie A demands.

Will Adams' Serie A form earn him a regular Super Eagles spot ahead of Nigeria's 2026 World Cup qualifiers, or does he need more consistent performances to cement his national team place?

SOURCE: https://www.premiumtimesng.com/sports/football/908923-akor-adams-nets-first-serie-a-goal.html