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Sierra Leone v Nigeria: Osimhen’s heroics and five takeaways from Super Eagles thrilling 2-3 win

by Imhons Erons
June 18, 2023
in News, AFCON, NewsNow, Nigeria, NPFL, Serie A, This Week, Top
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Sierra Leone v Nigeria: Osimhen’s heroics and five takeaways from Super Eagles thrilling 2-3 win

In a thrilling encounter at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Stadium in Monrovia, Liberia, Nigeria emerged victorious with a 3-2 win over Sierra Leone, securing their spot at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Here are Soccernet.ng‘s key takeaways from this exciting match. 

Osimhen’s heroics

Victor Osimhen was the star of the show, delivering an outstanding performance for the Super Eagles. The Napoli striker netted two crucial goals in the first half, breaking the deadlock and doubling Nigeria’s lead.

These goals marked Osimhen’s first for the national team since June 2022 and propelled him to the top of the AFCON qualification goals chart with seven strikes.

Victor Osimhen’s stellar performance not only propelled Nigeria to victory but also earned him a remarkable milestone.

With his two goals, Osimhen now boasts 17 international goals, surpassing the likes of Odion Ighalo and Ahmed Musa to join Samson Siasia in joint-sixth position on Nigeria’s all-time scoring chart.

Adebayo Adeleye’s decent debut

Goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye made his Super Eagles debut against Sierra Leone.

Although he conceded two goals, the Israeli-based shot-stopper showcased his skills with several impressive saves, denying Sierra Leone crucial scoring opportunities.

Peseiro’s substitute decision

One aspect that raised eyebrows was Jose Peseiro’s decision regarding substitutions.

The removal of Bright Osayi-Samuel, who had a strong impact as the right-back, seemed to have an adverse effect on Nigeria’s defence.

His replacement, Kevin Alpoguma, struggled to tame Sierra Leone’s attack from the left wing, allowing the Leone Stars to gain an advantage during that period of the match. 

Nigeria’s central defensive pairing concerns

The match against Sierra Leone highlighted Nigeria’s search for a reliable central defensive pairing in the absence of William Troost-Ekong.

Kenneth Omeruo and Semi Ajayi were at the centre of the Super Eagles defence but allowed two goals from the Leone Stars.

This performance raises questions about defensive stability and the need for a consistent and dependable central defensive pairing going forward.

Despite the victory, the goals conceded will undoubtedly be a matter of concern for the Nigerian coaching staff.

Nigeria’s AFCON qualification

Thanks to their hard-fought victory, Nigeria’s Super Eagles have secured their place at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Super Eagles
Super Eagles

Sitting atop Group A with 12 points from five games, the three-time African champions can now focus on their last match against Sao Tome and Principe on home soil without the pressure of qualification hanging over their heads.

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Comments 2

  1. TALK UR OWN says:
    2 years ago

    PASEIRO, STOP GIVING EXCUSES ABOUT THE INVITATION OF AHMED MUSA INTO SUPER EAGLE. MUSA IS CREATING SHORT-ONE TO THE TEAM, AND BLOCKING THE CHANCES OF YOUNG AGGRESSIVE PLAYER THAT WANT TO SHINE.
    IN THIS COUNTRY, WE ALWAYS LIKE TO BE DECEIVING OURSELVES CONCERNING THE ISSUE OF EXPERIENCE PLAYER.
    *** WHY FRANCE DIDN’T TAKE BENZEMA TO WORLD CUP. OR WHICH OF THE FRENCH PLAYERS HAVE GREAT EXPERIENCE BENZEMA HAVE( a player that won ballon d’or, won about four champions league)
    *** WHY ARGENTINA DIDN’T TAKE AGUERO TO WORLD CUP BECAUSE OF EXPERIENCE HE HAS. OR WHICH OF THE PRESENT ARGENTINA PLAYERS (apart from MESSI) HAVE EVER SCORE GOALS REACH AGUERO.
    EXPERIENCE PLAYER THAT IS NOT FIT, IN-FORM, OR CONSISTENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY SHOULD BE DROPPED.
    I### IN 2002, WE TOOK EXPERIENCE ADEPOJU (INSTEAD OF OJIGWE) TO WORLD CUP, THEN WHAT IS OUR ACHIEVEMENT: FAILURE
    ### WE TOOK EXPERIENCE KANU TO 2010 W/CUP, THEN WHAT IS OUR ACHIEVEMENT: FAILURE.
    EXPERIENCE PLAYERS THAT IS NOT FIT SHOULD BE DROPPED !!!
    When Ahmed Musa have played for his club last in Turkey?
    IF PASEIRO NEED HIS MENTORSHIP, LET HIM (Musa) retires as a player AND THEN JOIN THE TECHNICAL CREW.
    WE, NIGERIANS APPRECIATE MUSA FOR HIS POSITIVE CONTRIBUTION HE HAS DONE TO SUPER EAGLE IN THE PAST. WE SAY: WE LOVE YOU. BUT WE ARE TIRED OF SEEING YOU PLAY ON THE FIELD. BECAUSE AGE IS NOT AT YOUR SIDE ANY MORE. PLEASE STEPDOWN NOW BEFORE YOU WILL BE DISGRACE BY AGGRESSIVE YOUNGER PLAYERS OR EMBARRASSED BY FANS.
    WE LOVE YOU ONCE AGAIN !!!

    Reply
    • Paul Onuoha Okechi says:
      2 years ago

      GOOD THOUGHTS

      Reply

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