'The downpour made the game difficult' - Eguavoen on Super Eagles' poor first-half display

'The downpour made the game difficult' - Eguavoen on Super Eagles' poor first-half display

Hassan Abdulsalam 15:03 - 15.11.2024

The three-time African champions laboured to a 1-1 draw with Benin Republic.

Super Eagles interim coach Augustine Eguavoen has revealed why his side drew against the Benin Republic in Thursday night's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

The Super Eagles are breathing better under Augustine Eguavoen. | IMAGO
The Super Eagles are breathing better under Augustine Eguavoen. | IMAGO

Eguavoen explains Super Eagles' performance

Coach Eguavoen attributed the poor performance in the first-half to the downpour but praised his players for their perseverance, especially in the second half.

Super Eagles interim boss, Augustine Eguavoen is still in charge of the team.
Super Eagles interim boss, Augustine Eguavoen | NFF

The rainy conditions made play challenging, testing the resilience of the 2013 AFCON champions as they trailed Benin by halftime.

“It was a tough game, and I congratulate the players for a spirited display in the second half that earned us the equaliser.

"The downpour made the game difficult for both teams, but I am happy we have the AFCON finals ticket in the bag ahead of the final game of the series against Rwanda in Uyo on Monday,” Eguavoen remarked.

Nigeria will host Rwanda on Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium while Benin Republic will face Libya.

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