Eder Ikotidem
After defeating Sierra Leone 3-2 in Monrovia, the Super Eagles have earned a spot in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Seven goals were scored in five qualifier games by Victor Osimhen, who scored twice.
The opposition got out to a fast start and put their opponents on the back foot.
Osimhen scored in the 19th minute to give Nigeria a deserving lead.
After receiving a long pass from the defense by center-back Kenneth Omeruo, the Napoli forward lifted the ball above Sierra Leone’s goalkeeper Ibrahim Sesay.
In the 27th minute, Nigerian forward Samuel Chukwueze had the chance to double their lead.
After being given a clear shot at goal by Osimhen, the Villarreal winger shot directly at Sesay.
After an hour had passed, Osimhen increased the Super Eagles’ lead by two.
The Super Eagles are still on the attack, and in the 39th minute, Simon’s fierce shot was blocked by Sesay.
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Mustapha Bundu’s goal for Sierra Leone three minutes before halftime gave them a point.
Following the intermission, the game’s pace slowed.
In the 54th minute, the home team almost tied the score, but goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye quickly intervened to push the ball away.
Twelve minutes from the end, after being set up by Osimhen, substitute Kelechi Iheanacho was denied by Sesay.
In the 84th minute, Sierra Leone’s Augustine Kargbo equalized.
In extra time, Iheanacho scored the victor.
