Kelechi Nwakali mirrored on his debut for Barnsley of their 2-0 defeat towards Huddersfield City within the Bristol Avenue Motors Trophy, expressing disappointment but in addition highlighting the importance of his first aggressive match.
The Nigerian midfielder, who joined Barnsley two months in the past, made his debut following a formidable exhibiting in a Skilled Improvement League fixture towards Peterborough United.
Kelechi Nwakali was candid in his post-match remarks, acknowledging the frustration of dropping to Huddersfield City twice inside three days. “It’s a troublesome second. We misplaced on Saturday to them, and dropping once more right this moment is disappointing. We got here right here to win, but it surely’s soccer—it occurs,” he advised Barnsley’s media workforce.
Regardless of the outcome, Nwakali took a constructive stance on his debut efficiency. “I really feel good as a result of it has been a very long time. I’m right here to assist the workforce and show my value,” he stated, noting that enjoying in a full stadium for his aggressive debut was an vital step. Nwakali had constructed up his health with appearances in Barnsley’s growth squad and expressed gratitude for the chance to step as much as first-team motion.
Wanting forward, the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup Golden Ball winner emphasised his ambition to contribute to Barnsley’s success. “A very powerful factor is to enhance my sport and assist the workforce obtain their targets. I imagine the intention is promotion,” Nwakali acknowledged.
Regardless of hobbling off the pitch in a earlier growth squad sport, the 26-year-old was cleared to function for Barnsley within the Trophy match, finishing the complete 90 minutes. He’ll now be concentrating on his League One debut after the worldwide break.