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Super Eagles defeat Iran in int’l match

News Update

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 pulled one back for Iran.

Nigeria’s next match is another friendly against Jordan on Tuesday.

This match was part of a four-nation invitational tournament, which also includes Jordan and Costa.

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