- Nigeria looked in control for most of the game and built a 3–0 lead, but Tunisia’s late surge turned it into a tense finish.
- Despite late goals and pressure from Tunisia, the Super Eagles held on to seal a dramatic 3–2 victory.
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Nigeria vs Tunisia Ratings as Osimhen Makes the Difference
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Summary
When many thought the game would turn into a one-sided affair in favour of Nigeria, a fresh wave of attacks from Tunisia changed everything and brought late drama to the contest. Although the Super Eagles eventually came out on top, the final minutes kept Nigerian fans on their toes as Tunisia pushed hard until the last whistle.
Nigeria started strongly and took control early. Victor Osimhen opened the scoring in the 44th minute giving one of the best African teams a deserved lead before the break. After halftime, Wilfred Ndidi doubled the advantage in the 50th minute, putting Nigeria firmly in charge. Sportsdunia player of the match Ademola Lookman later added a third goal in the 67th minute, which seemed to seal a comfortable win.
| Statistic | Nigeria | Tunisia |
|---|---|---|
| Ball possession | 60% | 40% |
| Big chances | 5 | 3 |
| Total shots | 15 | 7 |
| Goalkeeper saves | 0 | 2 |
| Corner kicks | 4 | 6 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Passes | 438 | 288 |
| Tackles | 16 | 6 |
| Free kicks | 15 | 17 |
| Yellow cards | 2 | 0 |
However, Tunisia refused to give up. Montassar Talbi pulled one back in the 74th minute, shifting the momentum. The pressure increased late on, and Ali Abdi converted a penalty in the 87th minute to make it 3–2. From that moment, Tunisia attacked with urgency, creating nervous moments for the Nigerian defence.
Despite the late scare, Nigeria held on through stoppage time to secure a hard-fought victory. The match ended as a thrilling contest, full of momentum swings, late drama, and attacking football that kept fans engaged until the very end.
Here are Nigeria Vs Tunisia Player Ratings
Super Eagles Attackers Shine in Nigeria Player Ratings Vs Tunisia
Here are Nigeria Player Ratings Vs Tunisia
| Player | Rating |
|---|---|
| S. Nwabali | 6.3 |
| B. Osayi-Samuel | 6.7 |
| S. Ajayi | 6.6 |
| C. Bassey | 7.3 |
| W. Ndidi (C) | 8.4 |
| F. Onyeka | 6.8 |
| A. Lookman | 9.1 |
| V. Osimhen | 8.2 |
| A. Iwobi | 6.8 |
| B. Onyemaechi | 6.8 |
| A. Adams | 7.1 |
Sportsdunia's player of the match is Ademola Lookman
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final scoreline of the game?
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What was the final scoreline of the game?
The final scoreline of the Nigeria vs Tunisia game was 3-1.
Who was the best player of the game?
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Who was the best player of the game?
Ademola Lookman was the best player of the game.
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