BREAKING: Super Eagles Triumph Over Libya with Late Winner

In a thrilling encounter at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria, the Super Eagles secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Libya, thanks to an 88th-minute strike from Dele Bashiru. The match, part of the AFCON 2024 qualifiers, kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final moments.

The Super Eagles dominated possession throughout the game, but Libya’s resilient defense proved difficult to break down. Despite several attempts from the Nigerian forwards, the match seemed destined for a draw. However, in the 88th minute, Bashiru, who had been a standout player in the midfield, found himself in the perfect position to capitalize on a cross from 18-yards . His powerful shot beat the Libyan goalkeeper, sending the home crowd into a frenzy.

The victory puts Nigeria in a strong position in their qualification group, with Bashiru emerging as the hero of the day. Speaking after the match, Super Eagles coach expressed his pride in the team’s perseverance, praising their ability to remain focused despite the pressure.

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Fans in Uyo celebrated long into the night, hopeful that this performance is a sign of more success to come as Nigeria eyes qualification for AFCON 2024.