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A Jordanian player on the move during Tuesdays match against Nigerias Super Eagles
By VICTOR OKOYE
FIFA World Cup-bound Jordan fought hard to secure a 2-2 draw against Nigeria in Tuesday’s international friendly.
Nigeria ended their March window with a 2-2 draw at Mardan Sports Complex, Antalya, after Jordan impressed through Mousa Tamari’s 17th-minute opener.
The Super Eagles responded after a disallowed Raphael Onyedika goal. Captain Moses Simon equalised in the 30th minute with a composed finish.
Debutant Emmanuel Fernandez put Nigeria ahead before half-time, converting a precise cross from Bright Osayi-Samuel.
The second half turned physical, with Francis Uzoho injured and replaced, while Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi added experience in midfield.
Jordan’s persistence paid off with a 77th-minute equaliser, underlining their growing reputation as a competitive international side.
Late substitutions saw debuts and changes, but tension rose as Alex Iwobi received a straight red card.
In spite of the draw, the match offered lessons for Nigeria ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, highlighting promise and areas needing improvement. (NAN)
