FC Cincinnati supervisor Patrick Noonan has praised Chidozie Awaziem following the Tremendous Eagles defender’s spectacular debut on Friday, Soccernet.ng experiences.

Awaziem, who lately joined from Portugal’s Boavista, made an instantaneous impression in Cincinnati’s 1-0 victory over Querétaro within the Leagues Cup.

Awaziem, taking part in as one of many back-three centre-backs, delivered a powerful efficiency and performed all 90 minutes, contributing considerably to the staff’s clear sheet.

Regardless of having educated minimally with the staff as a consequence of Visa and Work Allow limitations, and being within the early phases of his season, Awaziem tailored shortly.

Noonan had initially deliberate for Awaziem to construct his health all through the event, however the defender exceeded expectations by taking part in the total match.

Noonan was significantly impressed with how Awaziem managed his vitality and managed his actions on the pitch.

“The plan was not for him to go 90,” Noonan advised the Cincinnati official web site.

“(We have been going to) see the place we’re at at halftime and I assumed due to the best way the primary 45 was performed, that he may keep it up.

“He was going to be trustworthy with us about how he was feeling because the second half progressed.

“And I assumed that the best way he managed his working, the best way we have been in a position to management the tempo with the ball at instances, didn’t persistently put our again line in spots the place they needed to defend the house, he managed it for himself within the sport in a great way.”

Having spent the final eight years in Europe, taking part in for golf equipment in Portugal, Turkey, France, Spain, and Croatia, Awaziem seamlessly built-in into his new staff.

The 27-year-old expressed his delight with each his efficiency and the staff’s victory, ending a three-game shedding streak.

“It feels superb. It feels nice to be a part of this excellent membership. I really feel so excited to be right here and to get a win in my debut. I’m excited and completely satisfied that we got here out with the three factors,” Awaziem mentioned.

“Actually, I didn’t really feel there was any want for me to exit as a result of I needed to assist the staff extra. I used to be feeling good, so I felt that there was no level going out to the bench.”

Securing a spot within the knockout stage of the Leagues Cup is only the start for FC Cincinnati. The win ensures a 3rd match and not less than matches final yr’s event efficiency.