AFCON 2025Q: How Super Eagles Rated In Draw Vs Benin Republic
Completesports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU appraises the performance of Super Eagles players in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday five encounter against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic…
Stanley Nwabali 5/10
Looked rusty especially in the first half. The Chippa United shot stopper conceded a cheap goal and was not at his best.
Ola Aina 5/10
Not one of his best games for the Super Eagles. The Nottingham Forest man was replaced by Bright Osayi-Samuel eight minutes from time.
Gabriel Osho 4/10
A difficult debut for the the versatile centre-back. Moses Simon took his place after the break.
William Troost-Ekong 6/10
The captain had an interesting tussle with his rival Steve Mounie. William Troost-Ekong however came out tops preventing the forward from getting a goal in the game.
Calvin Bassey 4/10
The Fulham defender had a difficult game. He was constantly troubled by the lively Junior Olaitan.
Bruno Onyemaechi 6/10
One of Nigeria’s best performers on the night. The left-back had a good game especially in the first half.
Wilfred Ndidi 6/10
An above average performance from the defensive midfielder.
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Alex Iwobi 5/10
Alex Iwobi struggled to impose himself in the game. He was replaced by Victor Boniface 18 minutes from time.
Kelechi Iheanacho 4/10
A below par showing from the versatile forward. He was subbed off after the break.
Ademola Lookman 4/10
Toiled hard to impress in the game. He was marked out by the visitors.
Victor Osimhen 6/10
The powerful striker missed a couple of chances but rescued a point for Nigeria with the equaliser eight minutes from time.
SUBSTITUTES
Moses Simon 5/10
The talented winger provided the assist for Victor Osimhen’s equalising goal.
Raphael Onyedika 4/10
He didn’t affect the game much following his introduction after the break.
Victor Boniface 3/10
Complimented Victor Osimhen in attack following his introduction
Bright Osayi-Samuel 2/0
Helped kept things tight at the back after replacing Ola Aina eight minutes from time.
Frank Onyeka
Not Rated
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