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Nigeria Fight Back to Beat Madagascar in Cup of Nations Qualifier
Debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor turned the match after Madagascar led early, giving Nigeria a winning start in Group L, officials said.
- On Friday, Nigeria defeated Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo to begin their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. The Super Eagles recovered from an early deficit to secure the Group L victory.
- Madagascar took a surprising lead in the 16th minute through Ehsan Kari, who guided a header past goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali after a short corner kick. Nigeria was forced to press forward to equalize.
- Debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor scored for Nigeria to secure the comeback. Ilenikhena equalized in the first half, while Usor scored the winner after replacing Samuel Chukwueze as a second-half substitute.
- Coach Eric Chelle has now handed debuts to 32 players since taking charge in January 2025, continuing his rebuilding strategy. This victory keeps Nigeria level on points with Guinea-Bissau in Group L.
- The Super Eagles will travel to face Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, September 29. The top two teams in each group advance to next year's finals co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
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Nigeria fight back to beat Madagascar in Cup of Nations qualifier
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