Guinea beat Super Eagles 2-0 in pre-AFCON friendly
In a friendly match against Guinea on Monday, the Super Eagles of Nigeria suffered a 2-0 defeat. The 2023 African Cup of Nations is set to begin in Cote d’Ivoire on January 13.
The Bani Yas Stadium in Abu Dhabi hosted the friendly match.
Guinea opened the score in the 14th minute of play, according to the Super Eagles’ official X page, which provided constant updates on the game.
In addition, Nigeria was given a penalty in the nineteenth minute. “19” Nigeria gets penalized as Umar is taken out.
“20′ Penalty Not Paid! Simon’s penalty kick attempt is denied by the Guinean goaltender, according to the live update.
The first half finished 1-0 in Guinea’s favor, and Eagles found it difficult to draw even.64′ Nigeria gives up another goal,” the update continued.
In their first friendly matchup prior to the AFCON, Nigeria was defeated 2-0 by Guinea.
On January 14, Eagles will play their first Group A game against Equatorial Guinea. Four days later, they will play the host nation, Ivory Coast. Their last group A match is against Guinea Bissau on January 22.
Guinea, Cameroon, Gambia, and reigning champions Senegal are in a tough group at this year’s AFCON.
