Angu Lesley Ngwa Akonwi
Football Writer,kick442.com-Cameroon
Cameroon international Vincent Aboubakar continued his explosive start to life in Azerbaijan, netting twice as Neftçi FK powered past MOIK Baku 6–2 to advance to the second round of the Azerbaijan Cup.
The Indomitable Lion striker, who joined Neftçi earlier this month, has now scored three goals in his first two appearances — a statement of intent from the veteran forward as he begins a new chapter in his career.
Aboubakar’s composure in front of goal was on full display on Wednesday night at the Bakcell Arena. He opened the scoring midway through the first half with a deft finish inside the area before adding his second after the interval, a thumping strike that left the MOIK goalkeeper helpless.
Neftçi’s attacking depth proved too much for their lower-tier visitors, with goals also coming from Ehtiram Shahverdiyev, Emin Mahmudov, and an own goal to complete the rout. Despite two late consolations from MOIK, the capital giants showed their class throughout the tie.
Aboubakar’s early form has quickly endeared him to Neftçi supporters, who see the 32-year-old as the missing piece in their hunt for domestic silverware. His leadership and experience, honed over spells in Portugal, Turkey and Saudi Arabia, are already lifting the side’s attacking tempo.
Neftçi will now turn their attention back to league action, confident that their new forward can keep delivering the goals as the season gathers pace.
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