Nigerian forward Akor Adams converted a crucial penalty to help Sevilla secure a vital 2-1 victory over Atlético Madrid, lifting the club out of the La Liga relegation zone.
Sevilla striker Akor Adams credited training ground preparation for his composed penalty in Saturday’s 2-1 win against Atlético Madrid.
After a VAR review penalised Dani Martínez, Adams slotted home the opener at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán.
The forward revealed his calm approach, stating he “practiced it in training” and felt “the confidence of all my teammates” before stepping up to take the decisive spot-kick.
The victory ended a three-match losing streak, moving Sevilla into 15th place under manager Luis García Plaza.
Adams praised the collective effort and the intense home support, noting that “all the energy of the club, the fans, and the players transformed into a positive atmosphere.”
This crucial result provides a significant boost to Sevilla’s survival hopes as they look to maintain their top-flight status.