‘Thai Messi’ Chanathip Songkrasin delivered a beautiful assist helping Consadole Sapporo defeat Fernando Torress 3-1 in J-League.
In this match, Chanathip appeared as the second striker playing behind forward Jay bothroyd. Yet Torress was on bench and saw his team defeated 1-3, The goal came from Musashi Suzuki in the 84th minute.
The greatest contribution must be credited to Chanathip by his speedy dribbling, facing 3 Sagan Tosu defenders before passing to Musashi who handled it nicely and hit the back of the opponent’s net.
Maoki Ishikawa and Bothroyd scored 2 other goals for Consadole Sapporo in the first half before Sagan Tosu scored a goal to reduce the deficit in the 70th minute from Mu Kanazaki.
“After the game, Chanathip heading to Torress and hugged him tight to express his admiration to the Spanish player. This is the first match of Sagan Tosu since Fernando Torress claimed his retirement.
“I got something important to say, I think I should close my football career here after interesting 18 years. I will hold a press interaction to explain my decision”.
Torres, 35, is serving in his last days before he retires from his high level career.
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