Kiko has fond memories of facing Everton

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Albion winger scored a hat-trick on her debut against tonight's opponents.

Olivia Jackson

2026-01-23T10:15+00:00

Kiko became the first player in WSL history to score on her debut. 📸 by Kyle Hemsley.

Our opponents in the WSL tonight will bring back special memories for one Albion player.

Kiko Seike arrived at the club in the summer of 2024 from Japanese club Urawa Reds, ready to make her mark in English football.

She then made an unforgettable impression in her first game for the club against Everton at Broadfield Stadium when she became the first player to score a hat-trick on her WSL debut.

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Albion sealed a terrific opening-day 4-0 win over Everton in the WSL including a hat-trick from Kiko Seike on her debut. Kyle Hemsley was pitchside at Broadfield Stadium to capture the action.

The Japanese winger opened her account in stunning fashion, producing a cheeky chip over goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan from outside the box in the first half.

Kiko Seike celebrates after completing a debut hat-trick against Everton. 📸 by Kyle Hemsley.

Eleven minutes after the break she struck again. Poppy Pattinson delivered an inviting cross into the penalty area and Kiko headed home. Albion were then awarded a penalty which Fran Kirby - another debutant - calmly converted to make it 3–0.

Still hungry for more, Kiko completed a remarkable hat-trick with a thunderous finish into the top corner to seal a 4-0 win.