Taiwo Awoniyi Coventry City debut featured an immediate impact on Tuesday night, as the Nigerian striker scored and provided an assist to guide the Sky Blues to a 4-2 victory over Plymouth Argyle in the second round of the Carabao Cup.
The Nigeria and Super Eagles striker needed just three minutes to open his Coventry account before turning provider two minutes later, helping his side establish an early advantage.
Awoniyi now has two goal contributions in his first two appearances for Coventry City, an impressive start following his arrival at the club.
The 29-year-old came in as a second-half substitute in Coventry’s Premier League opener against Arsenal, which they lost 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium. He received his first start against Plymouth and responded with a goal and an assist within the opening five minutes.
Coventry eventually secured a 4-2 victory to progress to the third round of the Carabao Cup, with Awoniyi’s early contribution setting the tone for an impressive individual performance.
After featuring off the bench in Coventry’s league opener against Arsenal, Awoniyi’s stellar Carabao Cup performance puts pressure on manager Frank Lampard for a regular starting role in their Premier League campaign.
