by nicolaslevesque
Molde secured a 3–2 victory over Vålerenga in Eliteserien’s tenth round, thanks in part to teenage sensation Daniel Daga, who struck his maiden league goal in dramatic fashion. The match, played at Intility Stadium, saw Molde comeback after trailing 2–1 at half-time.
Captain Magnus Wolff Eikrem opened the scoring in the first half, but Vålerenga turned the game around before the break. The momentum shifted late on when 18-year-old Daga, the former Flying Eagles midfielder, whipped a brilliant strike into the top corner mere minutes before the end of regulation.
Eikrem added an assist before Fredrik Gulbrandsen netted the decisive goal, sealing a remarkable comeback and lifting Molde into eighth place, while Vålerenga remain 12th. Assistant coach Magne Hoseth, stepping in for Per‑Mathias Høgmo, praised the team’s comeback spirit. Commentator Simen Stamsø‑Møller described Daga’s goal as “like lightning from a clear sky”.
Editorial
We observe Daniel Daga’s contribution as more than just a goal it’s symbolic of youth empowerment in football. At 18, he stepped onto the field and delivered a moment of sheer brilliance. That goal illustrates precisely how emerging talents can shift the balance in top‑flight leagues.
We feel clubs can no longer afford to overlook homegrown or emerging talents. Daga’s strike was not only timely; it was a statement. It signals that investing in youth development both talent scouting and confidence‑building can yield exceptional returns. Molde’s trust in the teenager paid off spectacularly.
It also shows the importance of giving young players meaningful minutes. Under Hoseth’s guidance, Daga thrived not hidden away, but given responsibility. For Norwegian football, that’s a model worth replicating: merge experience with fresh energy, and cultivate a culture of belief.
We see this win not just in terms of points, but in mindset. Molde’s resurgence this evening came from boldness and belief qualities that Daga exemplifies. We maintain that giving rising stars the platform to shine isn’t gamble it’s strategy. Their impact can change games—and shape futures.
Did You Know?
- Daniel Daga joined Molde on 25 January 2025 from Enyimba, becoming one of the club’s first signings of the year.
- He has represented Nigeria at the 2023 U‑20 Africa Cup of Nations and was part of their squad at the FIFA U‑20 World Cup in Argentina.
- Daga scored Molde’s only goal in his Europa Conference League debut during a penalty shoot‑out win against Shamrock Rovers.
- On his competitive debut for Molde, he scored with a header from a corner in the 84th minute.
- He cites N’Golo Kanté and Yves Bissouma as his role models, modelling his playing style on them.
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