Out-of-favour Nigeria international Reuben Gabriel opened his goalscoring account in Finland, helping Veikkausliiga side KuPS to register their fourth win in the new season after a 2-1 success over Lahti.

The former Boavista midfielder doubled the away team's advantage in the 68th minute, shortly after Gbolahan Salami netted his ninth goal of the season in all competitions.

Ex-Warri Wolves skipper Azubuike Egwuekwe and Gabriel worked a full shift for KuPS, while the star player Salami was replaced in the 80th minute.

In March, the central midfielder penned a one-year contract, with the Kuopio based side retaining the option to activate a one-year extension at the end of this season.

KuPS provisionally occupy the third position on the table after seven games.

Igho Kingsley

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