Super Eagles defeat Iran 2-1 in international friendly

Sport Super Eagles defeat Iran 2-1 in international friendly Published on March 27, 2026 By Ifreke Inyang googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); 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. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); 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. Don't Miss NPFL: Kwara United step up preparation for Nasarawa United clash You may like Chinese container ships turn back from Strait of Hormuz despite Iran’s assurances ‘My idol is Dida’ – Super Eagles’ Maduka Okoye names top three goalkeepers Nigeria vs Iran: Live Updates from Super Eagles’ friendly in Turkey Finalise probe into deadly Iran school strike – UN tells US Israel strikes Iran with drones, missiles in overnight attack Super Eagles: Okoye gives reason for AFCON 2025 absence

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