Ebenezer Akinsanmiro was honored with the Man of the Match award following his outstanding display against Fiorentina…
Alberto Gilardino, the head coach of Pisa, lauded Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro for his exceptional contribution during their goalless draw with Fiorentina on Sunday, according to Soccernet.ng.
As newcomers to Serie A, Pisa entered the match at Arena Garibaldi as clear underdogs against Fiorentina.
Despite this, Pisa delivered a resilient performance, restricting Fiorentina to only two shots on target. The home side even came close to securing a victory, but Henrik Meister’s goal was disallowed by VAR due to an infringement.
Among the standout players was 20-year-old Akinsanmiro, who earned a 7.5 rating. He was heavily involved throughout the match, recording 42 touches, two key passes, two successful dribbles, one interception, and five tackles. His influential presence in midfield earned him the Man of the Match accolade at the final whistle.
Following the game, Gilardino, a former prolific striker in Italy, expressed his admiration for his midfield trio, singling out Akinsanmiro’s tireless efforts.
“The trio in midfield put in a gritty performance, working tirelessly and demonstrating great skill. I didn’t need to say much in the dressing room; our focus remains on securing a win,” the ex-AC Milan striker commented.
“The team made the supporters proud with that display. Caracciolo, Touré, and especially Akinsanmiro-who was the engine of the team-were outstanding in every aspect. Alongside our match against Bergamo, this was one of our finest performances.”
Ebenezer Akinsanmiro’s Promising Beginnings in Serie A
Ebenezer Akinsanmiro has made a strong impression since joining Pisa in Serie A. Over four league appearances, he has maintained an average rating of 7.1, despite the team yet to register a win.
His performances have been marked by a blend of technical skill, defensive solidity, and effective ball distribution. Coach Gilardino will be eager for Akinsanmiro to sustain this level of play as the season progresses.
Looking ahead, Pisa’s upcoming fixture against Bologna presents another opportunity for the young midfielder to continue his impressive run.
Although Akinsanmiro has yet to debut for the Nigerian national team, his consistent displays in Serie A suggest that a call-up could be imminent if he maintains his current trajectory.
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