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Akintola and Mame Diouf bag brace, Paintsil sent off as Hatayspor beat Ankaragucu

Babajide Akintola and Mame Diouf bagged a brace each while Joseph Paintsil was sent off as Hatayspor decimated Ankaragucu 4-1 in Saturday’s Turkish Super Lig game.

Nigerian forward Akintola was afforded his 22nd league appearance since teaming up with the Star of the South in the summer on a season-long loan from Midtjylland.

The forward delivered a spectacular performance in the encounter, scoring twice to increase his tally and help his side secure an effortless win.

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Diouf, who is also enjoying his debut season with the Star of the South, played a key role in Hatayspor’s victory with his sparkling performance in front of goal in the outing.