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UCL: Bonke Impresses In Malmo’s Home Defeat To Chelsea

UCL: Bonke Impresses In Malmo’s Home Defeat To Chelsea

by Niyi Busari,
Nov 03, 2021
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Innocent Bonke put up an impressive performance as Malmo fell to a 1-0 defeat against holders Chelsea in their Champions League Group H clash on Tuesday night, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Bonke was in action for 90 minutes in the thrilling encounter.

Bonke didn't look out of placing facing one of the best midfielders on the planet, Jorginho, and England international Ruben Loftus-Cheek.

The Nigerian defensive midfielder contributed to keeping their illustrious opponents at arm's length until they broke the deadlock in the 56th minute.

Chelsea had chances to open the scoring in the first half but were frustrated by the Malmo defence and saves by goalkeeper Johan Dahlin.

Hakim Ziyech netted the winning goal for Chelsea in the 56th minute following a superb assist from Callum Hudson-Odoi.

The defeat put an end to Malmo’s slim hopes of securing a place in the Round of 16.

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Niyi Busari

Award winning journalist, Niyi Busari, the Publisher and CEO of BSN Sports Concepts is one of the most celebrated Nigerian sports journalist of his generation. A"cross-over" professional, he combines the talents and abilities of a print and electronic journalist in a manner that is rare, even though his specialization is print. A graduate of Economics from the University of Abuja where he obtained his Bachelor Degree in 2015.

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