LunagisthubNigeria’s Defensive Woes Raise Concerns Despite AFCON Victory
The Super Eagles’ 3-2 win over Tunisia in the AFCON 2025 has been overshadowed by concerns over the team’s defensive vulnerabilities. Despite taking a 3-0 lead, Nigeria conceded two late goals, sparking widespread criticism from fans and analysts .
The team’s defensive issues were laid bare in the closing stages of the match, with Tunisia scoring two goals in the final minutes. This has raised questions about the team’s ability to keep clean sheets, with Opta Nigeria noting that Nigeria has failed to keep a clean sheet in five consecutive matches .
Fans took to social media to express their disappointment with the team’s defensive performance. Some critics argued that the team’s defense is their Achilles’ heel, while others pointed out that goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali’s mistakes have contributed to the team’s struggles .
Nwabali came under fire for his performance, with some critics questioning his ability to collect crosses and handle pressure. One fan suggested that the team needs a better goalkeeper to win competitions .
Despite these concerns, Nigeria has secured a spot in the round of 16 and will face Uganda on Tuesday. The team’s attacking prowess has been impressive, but questions remain about whether it can continue to mask defensive shortcomings as the tournament progresses.
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