Nigeria vs Madagascar live updates: George Ilikiena and Moses Usor put Super Eagles ahead of Madagascar for Afcon 2027 qualifiers
Nigeria's Super Eagles defeated Madagascar 2-1 in an Afcon 2027 qualifier match held in Uyo. Despite an early goal from Madagascar, Nigeria secured the win with goals from George Ilenikena and Moses Usor.
Why it matters
This match is significant for the Afcon 2027 qualification standings and reflects the current performance of the Nigerian national football team.
Nigeria Super Eagles beat di Berea of Madagascar 2-1 to get all three point against dia opponent.
Di Super Eagle come from behind to beat Madagascar on home soil for di Godswill Akpabio International Stadium for Uyo.
Madagascar put pressure on di three-time African Champions. Madagascar score for di 16th minute through Eshan Kari.
Nigeria begin struggle but dem later get breakthrough afta first timer George Ilenikena score im first goal for im first match for Super Eagles for added time of first half.
Nigeria score dia second goal through Moses Usor wey score for di 67th minute to give Nigeria di lead and winning goal.
Madagascar too bin get beta chances dem troway two one-on-one chances and oda beta chances wey dem create.
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