Victor Osimhen's quick-fire equaliser spared Nigeria a shock defeat against Equatorial Guinea in their opening game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
African Football er of the Year Victor Osimhen got off the mark but spurned a one-on-one chance to win it for Nigeria in the second half. Victor Osimhen 's quick-fire equaliser spared Nigeria a shock defeat against Equatorial Guinea in their opening game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Salvador's classy first-half finish was his side's only attempt on target and briefly threatened a significant upset in the second game of the tournament.
The stalemate in the Group A match in Abidjan means both sides are two points behind Ivory Coast, who opened the tournament with a win. Equatorial Guinea, who are 46 places below Nigeria in the world rankings, celebrated ecstatically after taking the lead, but conceded straight from the restart when Osimhen converted Ademola Lookman's cross and spent much of the match under pressure. Zaidu Sanusi had lifted an early Super Eagles chance high over the crossbar when debutant Alhassan Yusuf's cross found the full-back in space inside the penalty area
Africa Cup Of Nations Nigeria Equatorial Guinea Victor Osimhen Football
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Newcastle United Fan Speculates Conspiracy Behind Away Draws in Cup CompetitionsA Newcastle United fan discusses the possibility of a conspiracy behind the team's frequent away draws in cup competitions since the takeover.
Read more »
Northampton secures dramatic win over Toulon in Champions CupTom Lockett's late try seals a thrilling bonus-point victory for Northampton over Toulon in the Investec Champions Cup. Two yellow cards for Toulon leave them with 13 players, giving Northampton the advantage in the closing minutes. Despite injuries and a comeback from Toulon, Northampton manages to secure the win.
Read more »
Derry reach final of Dr McKenna Cup with win over ArmaghDerry secured a place in the final of the 2024 Dr McKenna Cup after defeating Armagh with a four-point victory. Shane McGuigan's impressive performance, scoring 10 points, contributed to Derry's success. They will now face either Donegal or Monaghan in the final.
Read more »
Wycombe Wanderers suffer eighth consecutive league game without a winTaylor Perry's first-half strike made it eight league games without a win for Wycombe Wanderers as Shrewsbury Town won for the third time in four league and cup games.
Read more »
Saudi Arabia PIF's Investment in Newcastle United and Saudi Pro LeagueSaudi Arabia PIF purchased a controlling stake in Newcastle United and later invested in Saudi Pro League clubs to boost the league's global standing and potentially host the World Cup.
Read more »