Ibrahim Olawoyin Leads Çaykur Rizespor to Victory Against Kayserispor

Ibrahim Olawoyin played a pivotal role in Çaykur Rizespor's victory over Kayserispor in the Turkish Super Lig, marking his second assist of the season.

Super Eagles midfielder Ibrahim Olawoyin delivered a key assist as "Çaykur Rizespor" claimed an impressive 3-0 win over "Kayserispor" in the Turkish Süper Lig on Sunday. This assist marked his second of the season, emphasizing his increasing influence within the team and the league.

"Rizespor" seized the lead late in the first half when Olawoyin set up Emrecan Bulut, who scored three minutes before the break. Ali Sowe doubled the lead in the 73rd minute, providing Rizespor a commanding 2-0 advantage. "Kayserispor's" situation worsened when Stéphane Bahoken was dismissed after receiving a second yellow card. "Rizespor" capitalized on the numerical advantage, with Sowe scoring his second and Rizespor's third goal, sealing the win in emphatic style.

Olawoyin now boasts one goal and two assists this season, steadily establishing himself as a vital figure for the club. The victory elevates "Rizespor" to eighth position on the Süper Lig table with 19 points from 13 matches.

Olawoyin's performance against "Kayserispor" was marked by his involvement in "Rizespor’s" attacking and midfield play, registering 51 touches during his time on the pitch. His passing was notably effective, completing 25 out of 30 attempted passes, resulting in an impressive 83% success rate. Among these passes, two were key in creating scoring opportunities for his teammates.

The midfielder’s creativity was on display as he executed one successful dribble from two attempts, and his assist for Emrecan Bulut’s goal late in the first half highlighted his vision and capability to perform under pressure.

Olawoyin demonstrated resilience in contesting duels throughout the match. On the ground, he competed in 21 challenges, winning seven. In aerial duels, he shone by winning three of the four headers he contested. Olawoyin also contributed defensively, exhibiting his versatility. He executed one clearance and one interception, alongside three successful tackles, further underscoring his ability to impact the game in multiple domains.