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Chukwueze propels Villarreal to Copa del Rey quarter final

Nigerian and Villarreal winger, Samuel Chukwueze came off the bench in his side Copa del Rey 2-0 victory against Rayo Vallecano to ensure their passage to the quarter finals.

The 20 year old winger provided an assist as his team overcame Paco Jemez stubborn side marking his 23rd appearance for the yellow Submarine outfit.

Following a goalless first half, F. Nino gave Javier Calleja’s a sigh of relief after his 83rd minute goal before the introduction of Chukwueze to replace Javier Ontiveros.

Up next for Villarreal is a crunch La Liga tie against Osasuna on Sunday.