Super Eagles Impress Despite 2-1 Defeat to Portugal: 5 Key Takeaways

Despite a narrow 2-1 loss to Portugal in Leiria, the Super Eagles delivered several positives under coach Eric Chelle. Maduka Okoye made five crucial saves, including a superb stop on Bruno Fernandes. Akor Adams showed his composure by equalising in the 37th minute. Alex Iwobi marked his 100th cap with a commanding midfield display. Debutant Christian Akpan also impressed by limiting threats from Portugal’s top attackers. Portugal held 58% possession but Nigeria remained resilient and lethal on the counter. This friendly offered valuable insights as the Super Eagles prepare for their next fixtures.

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