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The Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw on Thursday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium. Contrary to many Nigerian football fans’ expectations, the 153-ranked Crocodiles scored first through Motlomelo Mkwanazi in the 56th minute before Semi Ajayi equalised for the home side in the 67th minute.
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Despite an average 80 per cent ball possession, the Eagles contrived to miss gilt-edged chances to kick off their 2026 FIFA World Cup quest. They travel to Rwanda on Sunday to face Zimbabwe.
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