Paul Onuachu opened scores as Trabzonspor secured an entertaining 4-2 victory over Finnish side KuPS in their UEFA Conference League encounter, delivering a six-goal thriller in Finland.
The Nigerian striker set the tone early, finding the net in the third minute to give Trabzonspor an early advantage and put the visitors in control of the contest.
Mohamed Salah doubled Trabzonspor’s lead in the 44th minute, ensuring the Turkish side went into the break with a two-goal cushion.
Trabzonspor continued their attacking momentum after the restart, with Franculino Djú extending the lead in the 47th minute to make it 3-0.
KuPS responded through Petteri Pennanen in the 54th minute, reducing the deficit and giving the hosts renewed hope of mounting a comeback.
However, Trabzonspor maintained their advantage as Djú struck again in the 90th minute to make it 4-1, before Gustaf Engvall scored a late consolation goal in the 90+6th minute.
The result capped an impressive attacking performance from Trabzonspor, with Onuachu’s early breakthrough and second goal proving crucial in a contest that produced six goals.
Trabzonspor Dominate Shot Count
Trabzonspor enjoyed 55 per cent possession compared with KuPS’ 45 per cent and registered 22 total shots against the hosts’ 15.
Both teams recorded eight shots on target, highlighting KuPS’ attacking threat despite their defeat.
Other UEFA Conference League Results
Elsewhere, Gent defeated AGF 1-0, while Egnatia drew 1-1 with FC Midtjylland.
Lugano edged Crvena Zvezda 3-2, and Mjällby recorded a 2-0 victory over Inter Club.
Panathinaikos defeated Borac Banja Luka 2-1, while Riga FC and Kairat Almaty played out a 1-1 draw. Getafe were also held to a 1-1 draw by Universitatea.
Onuachu’s brace headlines Trabzonspor’s victory, as the Nigerian forward continues to make his presence felt on the European stage.
