AFCON finalist Nigeria emerged victorious to claim bragging rights against eternal rivals Ghana in the spirited international friendly at the Stade de Marrakech in Morocco.
Goals from Cyriel Dessers and Ademola Lookman ensured that Jordan Ayew’s late spot kick only counted for a consolation.
Rangers striker Dessers gave the Super Eagles the lead in the 38th minute from the spot before Ademola Lookman came off the bench to add the second to give the three-time African champions a two-goal buffer.
Ghana defender Jerome Opoku was sent off with a straight red card in the 56th minute.
The Black Stars were awarded a penalty in the 93rd minute after Bright Osayi-Samuel was adjudged to have fouled Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo in the penalty area.
Skipper Jordan Ayew was presented with a chance to reduce the deficit, which he seized with aplomb by sending Nwabali the wrong direction
It was an impressive display by the Finidi George-tutored side and Football-loving fans of Nigeria have particularly being impressive by the build-up to Nigeria’s second goal by Ademola Lookman.
Check out the video and reactions below courtesy of @poojamedia:
_@poojamedia: Super Eagles’ 2nd Goal Against Ghana. Build up, transition, Iwobi assist & Lookman’s sexy goal. Finidi Ball
_@immatechy: Nice finish from Ademola Lookman
_@OlaX_565: Incredible ball work. Nice system working for Iwobi
_@_ifycalex: Wow see good football ????
_@Health__Vibes: What a Goal
_@martins_kasyn: Iwobi one touch is sweet
_@PlaymakersHub_: This is actually Peseiro ball
The Super Eagles will face Mali at the same venue in their next friendly encounter on Tuesday, March 26.
Super Eagles’ 2nd Goal Against Ghana.
Build up, transition, Iwobi assist & Lookman’s sexy goal.
Finidi Ball pic.twitter.com/qJ43SJiY1l
— POOJA!!! (@PoojaMedia) March 22, 2024
Source: www.mynigeria.com
