Man City right-back Rico Lewis has posted a 1-word comment on Sonny Perkins’ latest Instagram post, complimenting the youngster after his first goal in a Leeds United shirt against Cardiff City in the FA Cup.
While Leeds were held to a disappointing 2-2 draw against Cardiff, Perkins emerged as a rare positive headline for Jesse Marsch and Co.
As the Whites were losing 2-1 in the FA Cup, the 18-year-old emerged as his side’s hero, scoring a close-range strike which showcased his predatory instincts.
Much like any and everyone watching, Rico Lewis too was impressed, as he expressed his appreciation via Instagram.
With Wilfried Gnonto fizzing in a low cross, Junior Firpo’s deft flick was met by Sonny Perkins, who toe-poked the ball into the back of the Cardiff City net.
Impressively, Perkins made history as well, becoming the youngest-ever Leeds player to score in the FA Cup, at 18 years, 10 months and 29 days.
Considering Jesse Marsch has been speculated with an exit, the ex-West Ham United starlet may well have played a role in saving his manager’s job.
And now the Man City wonderkid has complimented Perkins after his landmark.
Rico Lewis posts 1-word comment on Sonny Perkins’ Instagram
Rico Lewis posted a 1-word comment, giving Sonny Perkins his due credit after his crucial equaliser for Leeds United in their 2-2 draw against Cardiff City in the FA Cup.
“Wow”, Lewis commented on Instagram.
Perkins could kick on now
Replacing Brenden Aaronson in the 86th minute, it took Sonny Perkins, who impressed Rico Lewis just 10 mins to fire Leeds United back into the game.
Rene Maric, the assistant manager of Leeds recently described Perkins as ‘extremely talented’ and with him now coming up clutch in the FA Cup, he could be handed a bigger role in the first-team.
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