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The Nigerian Super Eagles began their AFCON qualifying campaign with a 2-1 comeback win over Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.
Nigeria fell behind in the 16th minute when their offside trap was overcome leaving goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali with no chance.
The Super Eagles made sure they made it to the break with debutant George Ilenikhena running on to a well-weighted pass from Alex Iwobi to draw Nigeria level on the stroke of half-time.
Nigerian team coach Eric Chelle showed courage five minutes after the hour when he brought on Moses Simon for his 100th cap and gave Moses Usor his debut.
It was a move that paid off, as Usor capped his debut with a memorable solo goal to give the Super Eagles a 2-1 victory, ahead of Tuesday’s match against Guinea-Bissau.
