Nigeria beat Egypt 1-0<\/b><\/p>\n Kelechi Iheanacho named MoTM in Nigeria\u2019s victory over Egypt<\/p>\n Nigeria to face Sudan on Saturday<\/p>\n The Super Eagles of Nigeria got off to a bright start at the 2021 AFCON, beating the Pharaohs of Egypt in the opening Group D match.<\/p>\n In the most anticipated match of the opening round of the tournament, Nigeria produced arguably the best performance of the tournament so far.<\/p>\n The Super Eagles dominated and outclassed the highly-rated Pharaohs with Moses Simon and Wilfried Ndidi producing a performance of a lifetime.<\/p>\n At the heart of the Nigerian defence, experienced centre back William Troost-Ekong dealt effectively with the threat of the Egyptian attack with tiemly interceptions and blocks.<\/p>\n Kelechi Iheanacho lived up to his \u2018senior man\u2019 tag, firing home a beautiful half-volley which turned out to be the winner of the game.<\/p>\n Nigeria had more than enough chances to turn the game into a humiliation but indecision and profligacy on the part of Moses Simon, Kelechi Iheanacho ensured that they left the stadium with three points and just a goal.<\/p>\n Nonetheless, Nigerians, most of whom were doubtful of the team\u2019s chances against the Salah-led Egypt have taken to social media to shower praises on the team.<\/p>\n They are unsurprisingly happy with the result and continue to commend their team for display superior football skills against a top-rated team in the continent.<\/p>\n Nigeria by virtue of that win lead Group D with three points plus one goal with Egypt languishing at the bottom of the table.<\/p>\n Sudan and Guinea Bissau are locked on the same points but Bissau are second by virtue of their name.<\/p>\n Read some of the posts below<\/b><\/p>\n Omo! Joe Aribo deserve this No.10 jersey, very calm and Beauty. #TeamNigeria<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/nHLAEdJC8e<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Mazi Alonso ????\u26aa\u26ab (@Ejike_Alonso) January 12, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Nigeria Football \u2014 Skillz&Timi ???? (@SkillzbyTimi) January 12, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n \u201cWe have a path towards the same direction, we have the privilege to serve the country and we must always give our best.\u201d \u2014 Idris M. Sanusi ???????????????? (@sanusi90064) January 12, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n When Nigeria don\u2019t win we all shout and banter with Anger but when they win against all odds please just celebrate them! Don\u2019t tell me Finger crossed and it\u2019s just the first game! <\/p>\n – Negativity is a disease. Don\u2019t let it eat your soul. Force yourself and celebrate. #TeamNigeria<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Laba Laba Master ???????????? (@Buchi_Laba) January 12, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n 4 – Moses Simon of #TeamNigeria<\/a> completed four dribbles against Egypt yesterday, only Piqueti (7) of #TeamGuineaBissau<\/a> has completed more dribbles in a game at the #AFCON2021<\/a> so far. pic.twitter.com\/jpbsddku0g<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 af\u2022recon #AFCON2021 ???? (@af_recon) January 12, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Good morning from #TeamNigeria<\/a> @NGSuperEagles<\/a> ???????????????????????? ???????????? Super Eagles ???????? \u26bd\u26bd\u26bd https:\/\/t.co\/WmVUl86zDn<\/p>\n \u2014 Amon kanya???????? (@Begumisa336) January 12, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n I can’t get over the super eagles performance yesterday ????, the confidence, the unity in the team was so clear. Bring on Sudan on Saturday #TeamNigeria<\/a> #AFCON2021<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Nwanneka OmecheMcfc (@nwanneka_omeche) January 12, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n I am proud to be a Nigerian. Weldone super eagles and keep this energy up, the trophy coming home. Retweet if you are proud too.????????????????????????\u2764 #TeamNigeria<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 sophia (@90sSophie) January 11, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Nigeria are balling. Egypt have been second best in all departments of the game. Impressive stuff from the super eagles.#TeamNigeria<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Kwame Benaiah (@kwamebenaiah) January 11, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n To be honest didn’t rate #TeamNigeria<\/a> that high before today obviously due to the absence of marksman Osimhen & also Dennis.<\/p>\n But today, massive effort. Incredible amounts of concentration throughout, top organisation esp at the back backed by speed and flair.<\/p>\n So rapid!<\/p>\n \u2014 Saddick Adams (@SaddickAdams) January 11, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n #TeamNigeria<\/a> showing working as usual.. No excuses! Just getting the job done!<\/p>\n \u2014 Uche Dingo???????? (@ksheldongh) January 11, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Nigeria for the win today, but please don\u2019t injure Mo Salah #TeamNigeria<\/a> #YNWA<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 LADIPOE (@LadiPoe) January 11, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n![\"Super](\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/70270666.295.jpg\" "\\"Super")
Super Eagles defeated Egypt 1-0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n
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We Win, We Cruise
We lose, We Move ???????????????????? #TeamNigeria<\/a><\/p>\n\n
~ Nigeria coach, Austin Eguavoen.#TeamNigeria<\/a> #AFCON2021<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/mieI60ohby<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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