Home Eagles Held To 0-0 Draw By Zanzibar In Pre-CHAN Friendly
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By Sportsgister
The Home-based Super Eagles of Nigeria were held to a 0-0 draw by Zanzibar in a pre-2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) friendly match on Monday.
Despite dominating possession throughout the game, Eric Chelle’s side failed to break down the hosts’ defense.
Rivers United’s Taiwo Abdularafiu showed great skill and determination on the field.
Anthony Ijoma’s performance was notable, and he created several scoring opportunities for his team.
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Leonard Ngenege’s defensive skills were impressive, and he helped to keep the Zanzibar attack at bay.
Nigeria and Zanzibar will clash again in a second friendly match on Thursday.
The two friendlies are part of the Home-based Super Eagles’ preparation for the 2024 CHAN tournament.
The Home-based Super Eagles are expected to move to their official base after the second friendly on Thursday.
The team will focus on fine-tuning their skills and strategies in preparation for the CHAN 2024 finals.
The CHAN 2024 finals will kick off this weekend, hosted by three countries: Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The Home-based Super Eagles will face tough competition from other top teams in the tournament.
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