In a thrilling face-off at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan on Sunday, the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Nzalang Nacional of Equatorial Guinea chose a 1-1 attract their opening match of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Equatorial Guinea took the lead in the 35th minute, capturing the Super Eagles off guard as Ivan Edu elegantly curled a shot into the far best corner of the web. The arena roared with enjoyment as the underdog group acquired the advantage.
The Super Eagles quickly reacted, showcasing durability on the field. Napoli striker Victor Osimhen overlooked the opposition with an imposing header, linking perfectly to Ademola Lookman’s exact cross, leveling ball game and bringing wish to the Nigerian side.