Dessers, Lookman score as Eagles beat Ghana in friendly match

A first-half penalty by Cyriel Dessers and a late goal from Ademola Lookman proved enough to earn Nigeria victory at the Grand Stade de Marrakech on Friday.

George Finidi took charge of his first game as the Eagles interim head coach. The Nigeria Football Federation is still shopping for a manager sinceFinidi named Stanley Nwabali in goal behind the back five of Semi Ajayi, Chidozie Awaziem, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Bruno Onyemaechi and Benjamin Tanimu, who made his debut for the team.Wilfred Ndidi returned to the team after missing the Africa Cup of Nations due to an injury, and he was supported in the midfield by Alex Iwobi and Frank Onyeka.

The Eagles took the lead in the 38th minute after Salis Abdul Samed handled the ball inside the Ghanaians’ goal area, and the referee awarded a penalty to Nigeria.The Black Stars resumed the second half a better side, but their resurgence was nipped in the bud after Jerome Opoku was sent off for dissent.Then Tanimu made way for Lookman, and the substitute soon cushioned Nigeria’s lead.

Although Jordan Ayew did pull on back for Ghana from the spot late in the game, the Eagles held on for a famous victory.Advertisement Click on the link below to join TheCable Channel on WhatsApp for your Breaking News, Business Analysis, Politics, Fact Check, Sports and Entertainment News!

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