Madagascar heroics place Nwabali ahead Okonkwo, Okoye in Eagles keeper battle

Stanley Nwabali's performance in Nigeria's win over Madagascar has boosted his chances of being the Super Eagles' first-choice goalkeeper. According to the Daily Post Nigeria, coach Eric Chelle praised Nwabali for making a crucial save in the second half of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, saying he "did well" and was "practically very good" at that moment.

The Punch reports that Nwabali's heroics have placed him ahead of Maduka Okoye and Arthur Okonkwo in the keeper battle. Nigeria won the match 2-1, with goals from George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor.

Nwabali will look to retain his place in goal when Nigeria face Guinea-Bissau in their next match on Tuesday.

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