Nigeria's Ebenezer Akinsanmiro had played his first game for Italian Serie A side, Sampdoria in their Coppa Italian round of 64 tie on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
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The 19-year-old featured as a starter in his side's 5-4 victory on penalties over newly promoted side, Como at the Luigi Ferraris Stadium.
La sblocca had given Sampdoria the lead on 38 minute before Como restored parity before the end of the first half as the tie eventually ended 1-1 before heading to penalties.
Akinsanmiro who put up a fine performance in midfield saw 76 minute of action before he was subbed off Benedetti.
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The former Remo Stars player joined Sampdoria last month on loan from Inter Milan with an option to buy.
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