Sadiq Umar scored his first goal for new club Valencia and the coach said this will further boost the self-belief of the striker.
The win lifts Valencia to the quarterfinal of the cup competition.
Sadiq Umar, on loan from Real Sociedad, scored Valencia second goal on 78 minutes in a 2-0 Copa del Rey win over Ourense.
Valencia coach Carlos Corberan was pleased with the Super Eagles striker’s contribution.
“He’s shown he’s always close to the goal. He made a great individual move to score an important goal and that will undoubtedly boost his confidence to net many more,” he remarked.
“I am pleased with the minutes he played as they’ll him grow as a player.
“Goals give forwards confidence boost, which is important for them to continue helping the team.”
He added: “I’ve seen a Sadiq full of desire to play, regain his form and score goals.
“I also want to further fire his commitment to contributing to the game at all times.”
