In their final friendly match before the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Nigeria’s Super Eagles faced a 2-0 defeat against Guinea’s Syli Stars. The closed-doors encounter took place at the Baniyas Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
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Guinea seized the lead in the 14th minute, setting the tone for the match. The Super Eagles had an opportunity to level the score four minutes later when Umar Sadiq was fouled in the box, earning Nigeria a penalty. However, Moses Simon’s spot kick was thwarted by the Guinean goalkeeper.
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Despite Nigeria’s efforts to find an equalizer, with Sadiq heading off target before the half-hour mark and Samuel Chukwueze missing another chance just before the break, Guinea extended their lead in the 64th minute.
Following the friendly in Abu Dhabi, the Super Eagles are set to return to Lagos on Tuesday night, where they will be hosted to a sendforth dinner by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Subsequently, Jose Peseiro’s team will depart for Abidjan on Wednesday in preparation for the upcoming AFCON tournament.
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