Kelechi Iheanacho continued his fine run of form for Middlesbrough on Friday night, delivering a standout performance in their 2-0 win over Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park.
The Super Eagles forward, currently on loan from Sevilla, was handed another start by Michael Carrick after netting in Boro’s 2-1 victory over Oxford United last weekend—and he once again made the most of the opportunity.
Just two minutes into the match, Iheanacho played a sharp pass into Tommy Conway, who fired home the opener.
Six minutes later, he turned provider again, this time teeing up Samuel Iling Junior, who blasted a stunning finish into the bottom corner to make it 2-0.
Boro striker Iheanacho bagged two assist to help defeat compatriot and Blackburn forward Emmanuel Dennis. Photo Credit: Imago
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Middlesbrough never looked back after that early double, controlling the tempo and seeing out a convincing win away from home.
Iheanacho nearly got on the scoresheet himself in the 15th minute after finding space in the box, but his shot sailed wide. He had another chance before halftime, thanks to a well-weighted through ball from Mark Travers, but couldn’t convert.
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It’s now three goal contributions in two matches for the Nigerian forward, who was subbed off in the 85th minute to a warm reception from the traveling fans.
