Togolese international Atakora Lalawelé, known for scoring the first goal against DR Congo during the 6th and final day of the 2014 World Cup in Lomé, showcased a strong performance upon his return to his club. Playing against Denizlispor, the former AIK Stockholm player contributed significantly by providing an assist for his teammate Murat Sözgelmez, who scored with a header, securing a 1-0 victory.
This noteworthy contribution helped Balıkesirspor claim the second spot in the standings with 9 points and a game in hand. The current leader, Istanbul BB, has 10 points from 4 games.
Atakora Lalawelé, known as L’Epervier (The Sparrowhawk), played until the 86th minute before being replaced, making a positive impact on the team’s performance.