Iwobi Named Man of the Match as Nigeria Beats Madagascar 2-1 in AFCON Qualifier
Nigeria won 2-1 against Madagascar in the opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier
In Brief
- •Nigeria won 2-1 against Madagascar in the opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier
- •Alex Iwobi was awarded Man of the Match for his pivotal play
- •Goals were scored by debutant George Ilenikhena and substitute Moses Usor
- •The match took place at Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo
- •Iwobi’s vision and work rate were key to Nigeria’s comeback
Why It Matters
Nigeria’s victory marks a strong start to its campaign for a 2027 AFCON finals berth, underscoring the importance of experienced players like Alex Iwobi in high‑stakes qualifiers. The win also boosts team morale and demonstrates the squad’s resilience, potentially influencing future selections and tactical approaches for the national side.
Key Details
- Match Result
- Nigeria 2-1 Madagascar
- Man of the Match
- Alex Iwobi
- Venue
- Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo
- Goalscorers
- George Ilenikhena, Moses Usor
- Date
- 2026-09-26
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