Osimhen’s header salvages draw for Nigeria vs Equatorial Guinea.
The Super Eagles got off their AFCON campaign to a frustrating start, with underwhelming performances from the players. Equatorial Guinea’s midfielder, Ivàn Salvador scored a surprise opener in the 36th minute with a well worked goal but Victor Osimhen headed home a quick equalizer, two minutes later. However, the Super Eagles’ wastefulness in front of goals cost them the three points, including Osimhen’s big chance in the seventh-fourth minute. Nigeria will face host country, Ivory Coast on Thursday, as they look to secure their first win the tournament.
📹 HIGHLIGHTS: 🇳🇬 1-1 🇬🇶
Equatorial Guinea open the score and Nigeria catches up quickly with an equalizer as both teams share the points of the game. 🤝#NGAGNQ | #TotalEnergiesAFCON2023 | @Football2Gether
— Total Energies AFCON (@TotalAFCON2023) January 14, 2024
