Goal and assist v Avaí, Melk hits 12 goal involvements: incredible moment | OneFootball

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Midfielder Melk reached the mark of 12 goal contributions in 24 matches played for Ceará’s first team. In the 2-1 win over Avaí this Wednesday, the 10th, the No. 40 scored a goal and provided an assist.

Ceará’s second-highest scorer, with five goals, and the team’s assist leader, with seven assists, Melk has been establishing himself in the senior squad at just 19 years old. After the match, in an interview with cearasc.com, the black-and-white gem spoke about his current moment and revealed that he did not expect to reach such impressive numbers in his first professional season.

"It’s an incredible moment that is happening in my life. I didn’t expect this. It’s my first year as a professional and I’m able to help the team. I can only thank God," he said.

Against Avaí, the No. 40 continued his strong run of form. In his last four games, he has scored four goals and provided two assists, establishing himself as one of the team’s main technical standouts.

On the pitch, he played 88 minutes and, in addition to the goal and the assist, recorded four shots, two successful dribbles, one foul won, two key passes, a 72% pass completion rate, one interception, three duels won, and five ball recoveries.

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