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By Punch
Oct 14, 2024

Tough Flight: Five things Eagles should expect in Benghazi

Recall the AFCON finalists secured a 1-0 win over Libya in Uyo on Friday, with Fisayo Dele-Bashiru’s 87th-minute strike saving Nigerians’ blushes and keeping the team top of their group.

Here are five things to expect, which Augustine Eguavoen’s team must guard against to leave the 10,000-capacity Benina Stadium unscathed.

Biassed Officiating

The Super Eagles were victims of this even on their soil on Friday, with Ademola Lookman’s genuine goal ruled out for offside, as well as the Atalanta forward being denied a penalty earlier in the game.

Nigeria should anticipate more of this on the trip, as it is a common practice among North African teams.