The Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria second leg match was more of a replica of the first leg in Abuja, Nigeria. However, on this occasion, Nigeria’s Super Eagles managed to get all three points, as Moses Simon’s first-half penalty proved enough to return the three-time African champions back to the top of their group, having lost the reverse fixture at home.
Jose Paseiro’s boys, despite heavily dominating the game, always fell short in the final third, as the home team’s defence stood firm and thwarted all of Nigeria’s efforts towards goal. However, in the 30th minute, Simon tucked in neatly from 12 yards, after Osayi-Samuel was fouled in the hosts’ penalty area.
Jerrymusa.com reports that the Super Eagles have now won 3 out of four games, accumulating 9 points out of a possible 12 to lead the group. They will return to Africa Cup of Nations qualifying actions in June when the series will resume.
After going behind, Guinea-Bissau tried to mount a comeback and put Nigeria under pressure. The home team had a couple of good chances to equalize but failed to convert them into goals. Nigeria’s defence held firm, and looked the far better side throughout the game to secure the victory.
The win for Nigeria was a hard-fought one and demonstrated the team’s resilience and determination to succeed. Despite the win, coach Jose Paseiro will have to fix the team’s inability to clinically finish off chances when they come.
Guinea-Bissau Gave A Good Account of Themselves
On the other hand, Guinea-Bissau will be disappointed with the result, as they were hoping to get a positive result at home to enhance their chances of making it to next year’s Afcon. However, the team can take heart from their victory in Nigeria which earned them very valuable three points that should prove important in their quest to qualify for Ivory Coast 2024.
Overall, the match between Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau was an entertaining and closely contested affair. Nigeria deservedly secured the victory and will be looking to maintain their momentum in the remaining fixtures. With the World Cup on the horizon, both teams will be aiming to secure their spot in the tournament and make their respective nations proud.Top of Form
Nigeria Vs Guinea-Bissau: It’s Been a Long Way Coming
The Guinea-Biossau vs Nigeria matchup has been one that has gone on for decades. The first time Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau met was in 1992, in a friendly match played in Lagos, Nigeria. The Super Eagles won that encounter 3-0, with goals from Rashidi Yekini, Augustine Eguavoen, and Mutiu Adepoju. Since then, the two sides have met several times in both friendly matches and competitive fixtures.
One of the most memorable encounters between Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau was in the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The Super Eagles were drawn in the same group as Guinea-Bissau, and the two sides faced each other twice. The first match, which was played in Bissau, ended in a 1-1 draw, with Guinea-Bissau’s Idrissa Camara cancelling out Moses Simon’s opener for Nigeria. The second match, played in Nigeria, saw the Super Eagles come out on top, winning 2-0 thanks to goals from Etebo Oghenekaro and Victor Moses.
Looking at the history between Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau, it’s clear that the Super Eagles have had the upper hand, winning more matches than their opponents. However, Guinea-Bissau has shown that they are a team to be reckoned with, as evidenced by their performance in the 2017 AFCON qualifiers, where they finished at the top of their group ahead of Nigeria, as well as their 1-0 win in Abuja in the Afcon 2024 qualifier.
In conclusion, the history between Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau is one of competitiveness and mutual respect. Both sides have shown that they are capable of producing quality football, and their encounters have always been highly anticipated by fans across the continent. As the two sides prepare to meet once again, football enthusiasts will be eagerly awaiting the outcome of what promises to be an exciting fixture.