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Nwakali: Ex-Arsenal midfielder makes losing debut for Huesca against Mirandes

Kelechi Nwakali made his long-awaited Huesca debut in Thursday’s 2-1 home defeat to Mirandes.

After completing a loan spell at Porto B, the Nigeria international joined the Segunda division outfit on a three-year deal from Premier League side Arsenal.

Since his move in September 2019, the 22-year-old has waited patiently for his maiden appearance – with his closest attempt an unused substitute role in the 3-1 triumph at Malaga on June 12.

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However, he ended his wait as manager Michel brought him as an 83rd-minute substitute for Sergio Gomez.