Jerome Akor, the talented Nigerian forward, made headlines this week as he earned a well-deserved spot in the prestigious Ligue 1 Team of the Week.
Akor, who is just 23 years old, displayed his exceptional skills by scoring a brilliant brace during Montpellier’s commanding 3-0 victory over Toulouse last Sunday. He was responsible for both the first and second goals of the game, showcasing his prowess on the field.
Akor’s Consistency
Since he joined Montpellier this season, Akor has consistently impressed, finding the back of the net seven times in just nine league matches. His remarkable performance has earned him recognition alongside Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe, with Akor being the second-highest goal scorer in the French top-flight this season, trailing only behind Mbappe.
Team of the Month
In addition to his Team of the Week accolade, Akor was also named in the Ligue 1 Team of the Month for October, a remarkable achievement for the young striker. During that month, he scored an impressive four goals in just three league appearances, including two braces that further highlighted his scoring prowess. Others picked for team of the month include
Kenya’s Joseph Okumu with defenders such as Toulouse’s Bafodé Diakité, Alexsandro Victor de Souza Ribeiro, and Monaco’s Ismail Jacobs, forming a formidable backline.
Metz’s Algerian goalkeeper, Alexandre Oukidja, is also lauded for his exceptional presence between the posts, displaying agility and shot-stopping abilities that keep his team competitive. The midfield section showcases talents like AS Monaco’s Aleksandr Golovin and Montpellier’s Joris Chotard and Tedy Savanier, instrumental in their teams’ successes.
The Team of the Month also features stars like Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappé, whose impressive performances in October highlight his unparalleled talent. Completing the forward line are Montpellier’s Ako and Lille’s Edon Lulzim Zhegrova.
Akor’s outstanding contributions did not go unnoticed within the Montpellier team either. He was honored with the title of Montpellier’s Player of the Month for October, a testament to his consistent performance and goal-scoring ability.
This talented forward’s journey to success took a significant step when he joined Montpellier from Norwegian club Lillestrom earlier this year. In addition to his club achievements, Akor had the honor of representing Nigeria at the U-20 level, showcasing his skills on the international stage as well.
Jerome Akor’s remarkable goal-scoring ability and impressive performances continue to make him a standout player, both in the Ligue 1 and on the international scene, establishing him as a rising star to watch out for in the world of football.
