La Liga: Aubameyang confirms incredible start to the season by winning it for Deportivo

05.09.26 FT LaLiga Spain

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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has scored in each of his first four league appearances for Deportivo La Coruña. He did it again on Saturday, September 5, scoring the winning goal against Villarreal on Matchday 4 of La Liga.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang continues to surprise. At 37, the Gabonese striker is still carrying Deportivo La Coruña and once again made the difference on Saturday at Villarreal. With the two teams level, Aubameyang struck in the 88th minute to score the winning goal and secure three valuable points for the newly promoted side (3-2).

The Gabonese forward has therefore confirmed his incredible start to the season. Four matches, four goals: Aubameyang has found the net against Elche, Málaga, Valencia and Villarreal. It is an impressive level of consistency for the former Barcelona striker, who has returned to La Liga with his finishing still as sharp as ever.

A huge performance at Villarreal

At La Cerámica, Aubameyang did more than just score. The Gabonese striker also provided two assists, playing a direct role in all three of Deportivo's goals.

As Villarreal and Dépor appeared to be heading for a draw, the Gabonese forward once again showed his pace and positional awareness. In the 88th minute, he burst forward like an arrow to score Deportivo's third goal and seal the victory for his side.

Deportivo have now secured a second consecutive win following their victory over Valencia. For the newly promoted club, the record after four matchdays is particularly encouraging: two wins, two draws and no defeats, giving them eight points from a possible 12. The Galician side currently sit fourth in the standings.

Aubameyang already among La Liga's top scorers

With four goals in four matches, Aubameyang has already established himself among La Liga's leading scorers. The Gabonese striker currently sits third in the scoring charts, behind Kabelo and Raphinha, who have each scored five goals.

At 37, his output is particularly remarkable. Match after match, Aubameyang is proving that he remains one of the most dangerous forwards in the Spanish top flight.

The memory of Barça remains

This return to Spain inevitably has a special meaning for Aubameyang. His spell at FC Barcelona lasted only six months, but the Gabonese striker immediately made a strong impression.

Signed on a free transfer, he quickly brought his finishing ability to a team going through a difficult period. His time at the club is particularly remembered for Barcelona's spectacular 4-0 victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, during which Aubameyang scored twice and provided an assist.

Just a few months were enough for him to win over the Catalan supporters. His departure was subsequently linked to the club's financial constraints, leaving behind the memory of a short but highly successful spell.

Today, Aubameyang is writing a new chapter in his Spanish story, this time in the colours of Deportivo La Coruña.

And after four matchdays, the conclusion is clear: the Gabonese striker is already one of the main architects of the newly promoted side's flying start.

Four matches, four goals, two assists and an unbeaten Deportivo: Aubameyang is confirming his incredible start to the season and is already driving the club's momentum.

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