Andreas Cornelius put on a clinic. Two goals, one assist, and a match rating of 8.9 as FC København dismantled Debreceni VSC 5-1 in Conference League action on Thursday night.
The Danish forward was involved in three of København's five goals, leading the side with authority against the Hungarian visitors. His movement and finishing proved too much for a Debreceni defence that conceded early and never recovered.
Three goal involvements from the front
Cornelius found the net twice and turned provider once, combining power and precision in a display that underlined why he remains København's go-to striker in European competition. The 5-1 scoreline flattered neither side: København were dominant throughout, and the margin could have been wider.
Debreceni managed a consolation but never threatened a comeback. The visitors struggled to contain København's attacking width and pace, with Cornelius at the centre of most danger. His link play freed up space for teammates, and when chances fell his way, he converted with the efficiency expected of a striker in this sort of form.
København will take confidence from the performance, particularly from their leading man. Three goal involvements in a European tie is the sort of output that builds momentum, and Cornelius delivered it when it mattered most.