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Ian Mitchelmore

'Annoyed' Joel Piroe shows stature as Swansea City boss Russell Martin reveals why Obafemi and Ntcham were left out

Russell Martin admits Swansea City are lucky to have Joel Piroe at the club following his match winner against Queens Park Rangers.

The Dutchman - who was the subject of transfer interest from clubs including Leicester City, Leeds United and Watford in the summer - netted his third goal in as many matches to earn the Swans a 1-0 victory over Michael Beale's men as Martin's side tasted success on home soil for the first time this season.

Piroe's ultimately decisive strike came just six minutes after he had a spot-kick saved by Seny Dieng following a handball from Jimmy Dunne. And Martin revealed the 23-year-old forward could not hide his frustration over the penalty miss in the dressing room after the game, despite having scored the winner.

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