Harambee Stars prodigy Aldrine Kibet once again showcased his remarkable goal-scoring prowess, guiding Celta Vigo U-19 to a resounding 7-0 triumph over Real Oviedo U-19 on Sunday, 5 April, at the A Madroa training complex.
The St. Anthony’s Boys High School alumnus, who was introduced in the second half, wasted no time making an impact. In the 65th minute, the 19-year-old struck a clinical finish to notch the third goal of the match, further cementing his reputation as one of the most prolific young talents in Spanish youth football.
This latest strike extended Kibet’s sensational scoring run, which includes a memorable four-goal haul in Celta’s 6-1 demolition of Roces U-19. His tally now stands at 11 goals in just his maiden season for the Spanish outfit, a remarkable feat for a player adapting to a new league and environment. An early breakthrough arrived in the fourth minute when García Álvarez Pedro found space inside the box and calmly finished to give Celta a deserved lead.
The second half turned into a goal festival as Celta’s attacking depth proved overwhelming. Aldrine Kibet extended the lead in the 65th minute with a well-taken strike before Sergio Beltrán struck twice in quick succession, scoring in the 70th and 74th minutes to effectively put the contest beyond doubt.
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Jorge Pérez-Lafuente then capped a remarkable individual display with a stunning hat-trick, scoring in the 47th, 83rd, and 88th minutes to seal an emphatic victory. The emphatic win propelled Celta Vigo Juvenil A to the top of the 16-team División de Honour Juvenil standings with 66 points, creating a five-point cushion over second-placed Deportivo La Coruña Juvenil A.Kenyan trio sacked as struggling Tanzanian club fires technical bench.
The performance not only underscores Kibet’s growing influence in the squad but also highlights the promising future of the Kenyan talent on European soil. For Celta Vigo, Kibet’s emergence is a timely boost as the youthful side eyes the league title, combining attacking flair with clinical efficiency in front of goal.