In a thrilling international friendly match held in Marrakech, Morocco, Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a hard-fought victory over the Black Stars of Ghana with a scoreline of 2-1. The game saw both teams showcasing their prowess on the field, despite Ghana being reduced to 10 men early in the match.
Cyriel Dessers and Ademola Lookman emerged as the heroes for Nigeria, each contributing a goal to secure the win under the interim coaching of Finidi George. Despite Jordan Ayew managing to pull one back for Ghana, it wasn’t enough to salvage a result for the Black Stars.
The match marked the return of Wilfred Ndidi, who captained the Nigerian side, while former Bendel Insurance defender Benjamin Tanimu made his debut appearance. The victory serves as a positive start for Nigeria under George’s leadership, showcasing their strength and determination on the field.
With the win secured, the Super Eagles now turn their attention to their upcoming friendly against Mali, scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 26, providing another opportunity to fine-tune their strategies and build momentum for future competitions.
