Nigeria came into this game as the underdog after reports has it that the fans of Brazil were not happy with the friendly condisering Nigeria as a 'weak team' Brazil had earlier started the game as the better side making the eagles sit deep in defence and pulling some couple of saves from Nigerian goalkeeper Uzoho. Nigeria was not to be outplayed as they came knocking with threats from Lille Youngster victor Osimhen and Samuel Chukwueze. Osimhen had the best chance to give the eagles the lead but saw his close range shot save by the Brazilian goalkeeper.The match was halted in the 33rd minute for a quick water break.
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Joe Aribo got Nigeria ahead In the 35th ,pouncing on a loose ball from Moses Simon before slotting on from close range. Joe Aribo's goal is his second in two games for the eagles.
Brazil were quick to level as they pull one back through Real Madrid's Midfielder Camesiro slotting in from a rebound after the ball had hit the crossbar. Both sides had all to play for but in the end settled for a draw. A draw seems to be a fair result for the Eagles but same cannot be said for the South American side after registering their second successive draw in as many games leaving the head coach Tite to worry about.
Star-player Neymar was substituted Early in the game after picking up an injury which seems not to be serious bu t could be worrisome for For his PSG side in their quest of retaining the ligue 1 title.
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