Hugo Etikike achieves 'childhood dream' as Liverpool star gets 'rewarded'

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Hugo Ekitike described his maiden France goal as a “childhood dream” as the Liverpool star netted in his country’s 4-0 win over Ukraine. “I'm happy to be rewarded.

I hit the post last time, and I hit it again this time, so I'm happy.” How the French media reacted to Hugo Ekitike's first goal for France (Image: Getty Images) Ekitike had not earned an international cap before signing for Liverpool in July. “I want to keep performing because I’m someone who’s enjoying himself and wants to continue doing what I’m doing.

He showed faith in me by giving me those minutes, and I hope I repaid him. I felt he was happy, and I hope I can give him that feeling back.” France’s 4-0 win on Thursday guaranteed the country's place at the World Cup next summer, becoming just the second European nation to do so after England.Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.