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Awaziem, Omeruo Go Down With Leganes

By Niyi Busari

Ten-man Celta Vigo pipped Leganes 1-0 at the Municipe De Balaidos in their La Liga game on Saturday.

Super Eagles and CD Leganes defenders, Kenneth Omeruo and Chidozie Awaziem gave good account of themselves in their team match-day 25 La-Liga game against Celta Vigo, BSNSports.com.ng can report.

Spanish referee, Jose Louis had sent off Filip Braderic in the 21st minute for a rash tackle on visiting team's midfielder, but Leganes failed to score throughout the entire duration despite their numerical advantage.

Celta Vigo were solid at the back to end the first half 0-0, despite much pressure on their defense.

However, in the 62nd minute Iago Aspas scored the solitary goal to put the homers ahead.

The win, made Celta Vigo leapfrogged Mallorca to 17th on the log while Leganes remained in the relegation waters.