Mohamed Toure made an unforgettable impression in Norwich City’s 3-0 victory against Oxford United at Kassam Stadium, netting a remarkable hat-trick. The 21-year-old forward, who recently joined from Danish club Randers for £6 million, has quickly endeared himself to the Norwich faithful following a promising debut as a substitute against Blackburn Rovers just a week earlier. Read more about Norwich Target Vital Win Against Oxford in Championship Clash.
Toure wasted no time in showcasing his striking ability, scoring just 51 seconds into the match with his first touch. He added two more goals in the 19th and 47th minutes, demonstrating both his speed and composure in front of goal. This outstanding performance not only propelled Norwich to 16th place in the Championship, seven points clear of the relegation zone, but also made Toure the first player since Jesse Lingard in 2013 to score a hat-trick on his starting debut across any of England’s top four tiers. Read more about Hernandez Joins Port Vale as Relegation Battle Intensifies.
Norwich manager Philippe Clement praised Toure’s rapid adaptation to the rigours of English football. “Mo is still a young lad with a lot of potential and several things to improve, but he is learning fast," Clement remarked. He also highlighted the improved dynamics within the squad, attributing the strikers’ enhanced scoring opportunities to a more cohesive team effort. “It was what we wanted to see from Mohamed, but also from everyone around him,” he added. Read more about Young Lions Target Victory as Norwich Host Moldova.
The young striker has received an enthusiastic response from supporters, with social media buzzing following his stellar performance. One fan commented on Instagram, “He was exceptional. Goals aside, his hold-up play and bringing other players into it was top shelf. Unbelievable performance.” Another supporter expressed excitement over Toure's potential, stating, “What an exciting young player to watch. Bring on the World Cup!”
Toure's journey to success has been remarkable. He began his football career at Adelaide United, where he became the youngest goalscorer in A-League history at just 15 years old. After a brief stint in France, he moved to Denmark, where he honed his skills before making the leap to the Championship. His family's story is equally inspiring; they spent 14 years in a Guinean refugee camp before relocating to Australia in 2004, where Toure nurtured his love for football alongside his brothers.
With four goals in his first two appearances for Norwich, Toure is eager to maintain his form. “I wanted the hat-trick bad and I got it,” he stated following the match. “As a striker, my job is to score goals. If I can score goals to help the team, I’m happy.”
As Toure looks to build on this impressive start, he is also preparing for the possibility of earning a place in Socceroos coach Tony Popovic’s squad for the World Cup in June. Norwich City supporters can anticipate more thrilling performances from this exciting talent as the season unfolds.