AFCON Qualifier: Debutants Ilenikhena, Usor fire Nigeria to 2-1 over Madagascar
Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar in their 2027 AFCON qualifier, with debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor scorin Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-qualifier-debutants-ilenikhena-usor-fire-nigeria-to-2-1-over-madagascar/
Nigeria's Super Eagles kicked off their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying journey with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor scored crucial goals, turning the tide against Madagascar's early lead. Madagascar scored first, capitalizing on a swift counterattack to beat goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and silence the home crowd.
Nigeria answered before halftime, with Ilenikhena netting in the first minute of injury time to make it 1-1. After the break, Nigeria's dominance in midfield, driven by captain Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi, paid dividends as Usor sealed the win with the decisive second-half goal. The win gives Eric Chelle's Nigeria a perfect start to their Group L campaign.
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