The crucial La Liga encounter at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium boosted the club’s hopes of avoiding relegation.
Adams came off the bench to net the decisive goal, earning praise from his manager for his impact.
“I really celebrated Akor’s goal. I’ve only been here six games, but I really empathize with the team. The bench came out to celebrate, and that’s very important. You can’t stop believing,” Plaza told the club’s official website.
“The first half was poor, but then we were more clinical. The fans here are absolutely insane, the atmosphere they create is incredible.
“I think it’s difficult to lose at home, but with 40 points you’re not safe, we have to keep going. Let’s focus on Villarreal to continue this momentum, try to get some points, and if we win, even better.”
The Nigerian striker has now recorded nine goals and three assists in 29 league appearances for the Rojiblancos this season.