Super Eagles Fly Past Zambia in World Cup Qualifier

Wonderful strikes from the England-based duo of Alex Iwobi and Kelechi Iheanacho were enough to give Nigeria all the three points even though Zambia pulled one goal back in the second half.

  • Nigeria/Zambia:   Iwobi, Iheanacho Sink Zambia in World Cup Qualifier

    Daily Trust, 10 October 2016

    The Super Eagles of Nigeria got off to a bright start in their 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign as they defeated Zambia 2-1 to pick up their first ever away win against the… Read more »

  • Nigeria/Zambia:   Rohr Praises Eagles After Zambia Win

    Vanguard, 11 October 2016

    Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr says that the "very good spirit" of the team was vital in Sunday's 2-1 win over Zambia in Ndola in a 2018 World Cup qualifying match. Read more »

  • Nigeria/Zambia:   Mikel Mobbed by Zambian Girls

    Vanguard, 11 October 2016

    It took the intervention of security men to rescue Super Eagles captain, Mikel Obi from the clutches of Zambian girls who wanted autographs and selfies from the handsome Chelsea… Read more »

  • Nigeria/Zambia:   Iwobi, Iheanacho Sink Chipolopolo

    Vanguard, 9 October 2016

    Alex Iwobi and Kelechi Iheanacho got Nigeria off the mark in the 2018 world cup qualification race after strikes in the first half were enough to see off a tough Zambian side in… Read more »

  • Zambia/Nigeria:   Visiting Nigeria Disappoint Chipolopolo

    Premium Times, 9 October 2016

    The Super Eagles of Nigeria on Sunday began their qualification quest for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia on a winning note. Read more »

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