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Taiwo Awoniyi scores first Premier League goal for Coventry

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Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi scored his first Premier League goal for Coventry, helping the English club to victory. The result came during a league round that also saw Manchester United and Manchester City struggle, Premium Times reports.

Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi scored his first Premier League goal for Coventry City as the English club beat Sunderland 3-1, Premium Times reports. His goal contributed to Coventry’s victory in the English league.

Two other Nigerian internationals, Ola Aina and Semi Ajayi, also played for their respective clubs during this Premier League matchday, according to Premium Times. Coventry won against Sunderland and moved further away from the relegation zone, the same outlet reports.

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