US EditionIran vs. Nigeria Score, Stats, Result as Super Eagles Win International Soccer Friendly
Nigeria used the friendly to test new players after missing World Cup qualification, with two goals scored by Moses Simon and Akor Adams, while Iran faces possible World Cup withdrawal.
- On Friday, Nigeria defeated Iran 2-1 in an international friendly at Corendon Airlines Park in Antalya, Turkey, securing a strong result in their World Cup preparation phase.
- The Super Eagles play this friendly following their elimination from World Cup contention last year, while Iran continues preparations amid regional uncertainty in the Middle East.
- Moses Simon opened the scoring in the 6th minute, Akor Adams doubled the lead in the 51st minute, and Olympiacos striker Mehdi Taremi pulled one back for Iran in the 67th minute.
- Following the win, Nigeria prepares for another friendly against Jordan on Tuesday at Amman International Stadium, part of a four-nation tournament in the region.
- Squad adjustments saw Chibuike Nwaiwu replace injured Calvin Bassey, while Maduka Okoye earned a start in goal with Stanley Nwabali currently without a club.
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Super Eagles defeat Iran 2-1 in international friendly
Nigeria have defeated Iran 2-1 in an international friendly played in Antalya, Turkey on Friday afternoon. Eric Chelle named a strong side for the game amid the absence of Victor Osimhen and Stanley Nwabali. It paid off as Moses Simon opened the scoring as early as the sixth minute, with a mazy dribble and sharp finish. The Super Eagles doubled their lead after the break thanks to Akor Adams, after fine work from Ademola Lookman. Mehdi Taremi pu…
Iran 1-2 Nigeria: Simon, Adams fire Super Eagles to victory in Antalya
Nigeria took control early in the game and were rewarded in the sixth minute when Simon produced a moment of brilliance The post Iran 1-2 Nigeria: Simon, Adams fire Super Eagles to victory in Antalya appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Super Eagles’ Simon, Adams fire Nigeria to 2–1 friendly win over Iran
Moses Simon and Jerome Akor Adams were on target as Nigeria defeated Iran 2–1 in an international friendly in Antalya, Turkey, on Friday. The match played at Corendon Airlines Park, saw the Super Eagles blend early attacking intent with late defensive discipline, reflecting the growing identity of coach Eric Chelle’s evolving side. Samuel Chukwueze set […]
Super Eagles Triumph Over Iran’s Team Melli in Antalya
Goals by Moses Simon, on his 96th senior cap for Nigeria, and Jerome Akor Adams saw Nigeria edge Iran 2-1 in an international friendly played in Antalya, Turkey, on Friday. At the Corendon Airlines Park in the Turkish city, the Super Eagles combined early attacking verve with late defensive discipline – hallmarks of an Eric […]
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