Nigeria’s Super Eagles kick-started their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations campaign on a winning note by beating the Squirrels of Benin Republic 2-1.
The squirrels drew first blood with Stephane Sessegnon’s 3rd minute goal, which stemmed from a flaw in the Nigerian defence line.
However, Victor Osimhen brought the Eagles back into the game which was played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, with an accurate kick from the penalty spot after Ola Aina was fowled in the box. Read more