Akor Adams makes history, surpasses Yekini’s record following return from AFCON

The 2-1 comeback victory for Sevilla against Athletic Club marked Sevilla's first La Liga triumph of 2026.

The goal was Adams' third in two games since his return from the Africa Cup of Nations, where he helped Nigeria secure a bronze medal.

The victory lifts Sevilla to 11th place, ahead of Athletic on goal difference, with both teams on 24 points after 21 games.

The Super Eagles forward converted from the spot in the second half at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, bringing his season total in Spain's top flight to six goals. 

This achievement elevates him to 11th on the all-time list of Nigerian goalscorers in La Liga. Significantly, the strike moved Adams past legendary Nigerian forward Rashidi Yekini, who scored three goals in the Spanish league. 

He also surpassed the tallies of Bartholomew Ogbeche (three) and Christantus Uche (five). Adams remains a considerable distance from the records held by Christopher Ohenhen (48 goals), Finidi George (43), and Ikechukwu Uche (43).

This season is already Adams' most prolific in La Liga, building on the momentum from his 2023-24 campaign with Montpellier, where he scored eight league goals.

Next, Sevilla will travel to face Mallorca on Monday, February 2. Meanwhile, Athletic Club will shift their focus to the Champions League, where they are set to host Sporting CP.