The Digest:
Nigeria’s Super Eagles B suffered a crushing 4-0 defeat to Sudan at the 2024 Africa Nations Championship. Here’s how the players performed in this disappointing loss during their second Group D match.
Key Points:
- Lawal Mustapha (Goalkeeper) – 4/10: A poor showing with four goals conceded.
- Sadiq Ismailia (Right-back) – 4/10: Disappointing performance, failing to meet expectations.
- Junior Nduka (Defender) – 4/10: Couldn’t prevent the heavy loss.
- Leonard Ngenege (Defender) – 3/10: Conceded an own goal and a penalty.
- Taiwo Abdularafiu (Defender) – 3/10: Below-par display after returning from injury.
- Tochukwu Michael (Midfielder) – 4/10: Hit the woodwork, but still struggled to perform.
- Olamilekan Adedayo (Midfielder) – 4/10: Worked hard but offered little impact.
- Taofeek Otaniyi (Midfielder) – 4/10: Failed to impress on his first start.
- Hadi Haruna (Midfielder) – 4/10: Bright start but faded quickly.
- Anthony Ijoma (Forward) – 5/10: Battled well but had a goal ruled offside.
- Sikiru Alimi (Striker) – 4/10: Underwhelming performance and substituted in the second half.
Substitutes:
- Stephen Manyo – 3/10: Conceded more goals after coming on.
- Vincent Temitope – 3/10: Made little impact.
- Shola Adelani – 3/10: Contributed nothing after replacing Alimi.
- Qudus Olamilekan – 3/10: Failed to make a difference.
The Super Eagles B’s efforts were thwarted by Sudan in a heavy 4-0 loss, with no player standing out in a difficult match. The team will need significant improvement to advance in the tournament.
Sources: Complete Sports
