The Super Eagles posted an impressive performance in their international friendly against La Tri of Ecuador at the Red Bull Arena, Harrison, New Jersey on Friday morning.
PlayPlay.ng’s ADEBOYE AMOSU provides an overview of each player’s performance in the 1-0 defeat.
FRANCIS UZOHO 8
The Omonia Nicosia goalkeeper posted another superb outing. He made a number of vital saves and organised his defence well.
CHIDOZIE AWAZIEM 4
The right-back was at fault for the only goal conceded by his side in the game. He was caught out of position a number of times and was duly replaced by Ola Aina after the break.
WILLIAM TROOST-EKONG 7
The captain posted a solid display. Helped ward off the threats of the opposing attackers.
SEMI AJAYI 7/10
Had another good game. Certainly proved he is ready to be a regular starter in the team.
CALVIN BASSEY 7/10
Make usual forays upfront and was solid at the back.
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JOE ARIBO 7/10
The Rangers man was lively all through. He was unlucky not to get a goal in the game.
ALEX IWOBI 7/10
He was was one of Nigeria’s top performers in the game. Iwobi combined well with Joe Aribo in midfield.
MOSES SIMON 6/10
Showed glimpses of his best during the game. An above average showing from the Nantes winger.
SANI FAISAL 4/10
Started the game brightly, but fizzled out afterwards. He didn’t do much to justify his selection.
TEREM MOFFI 6/10
The Lorient forward was denied a penalty in the first half. He definitely needs to do more to prove he is ready for a big role in the team.
CYRIEL DESSERS 5/10
The striker fluffed two good chances in the game. He looked off the pace at times.
SUBSTITUTES
OLA AINA 6/10
Replaced Chidozie Awaziem after the break. Did well in defence and also support the attack as well.
EMMANUEL DENNIS 5/10
Added some spark to the right side of Nigeria’s attack following his introduction.
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