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Kelechi Iheanacho's last-minute winner seals AFCON qualification for the Super Eagles in a 3-2 win against Sierra Leone. Follow the action and reactions as it happened.
What is being said about Sierra Leone v Nigeria?
I leave you with the reactions to Nigeria's 3-2 win against Sierra Leone.
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- FULLTIME!!! SIERRA LEONE 2-3 NIGERIA
- Iheanacho tapped into an unguarded Sierra Leone net from a yard out after being set up brilliantly by Zaidu Sanusi to put an end to this utterly entertaining game in Monrovia.
- GOALLLLLLLLLLLLL!!! There will be no repeat for Sierra Leone, Nigeria have won the game with the very last kick, Kelechi Iheanacho the hero!!!
- Despite not playing at home, Sierra Leone have not lost any of their home fixtures yet with both games against Guinea Bissau and Sao Tome ending 2-2. Repeat?
- Bear in mind that a draw still qualifies Nigeria and knocks out Sierra Leone so the home side still needs one more unreplied goal to keep their hopes of qualification alive.
- 84' GOALLLLLLLL!!!!!! Sierra Leone are level and it's a golazo by number seven Augustus Kargbo who cut in on his right foot and fired a low shot from the edge of the box past the helpless Adeleye. Sierra Leone 2-2 Nigeria.
- 80' There will be no hattrick for Victor Osimhen as he comes off to be replaced by Taiwo Awoniyi, the 24-year-old's work here is done.
- 78' Another big chance missed by the Super Eagles, Vicor Osimhen found Kelechi Iheancho with a cross but the substitute's tame effort was cleared off the line, Sierra Leone survives and the scores stay 2-1 in Nigeria's favour.
- 75' After 30 gruelling minutes of football in the second half, the referee decides the players are due a water break due to the harsh weather conditions.
- 70' Triple substitution for Nigeria as Frank Onyeka replaces Joe Aribo while Kevin Akpoguma is on in place of Bright Osayi-Samuel while Kelechi Iheanacho also replaces Samuel Chukwueze.
- 68' Not a lot to report here in the second half in Monrovia which pales in comparison to the first 45'
- Adeleye is still down and the backup goalkeepers can be seen warming up but the Super Eagles debutant might be good enough to continue.
- 59' Mustapha Bundu had a chance to level proceedings with a brace of his own but ended up clashing with Nigerian goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye instead, spurning the chance.
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10:35 - 18.06.2023
I deserve to be top in the world, African footballer of the year — Napoli icon Osimhen
Nigeria Super Eagles and SSC Napoli superstar Victor Osimhen has paid tribute to other African players around the world but believes he should be at the top.
- Prior to this game, Osimhen spoke about his desire to be recognised as one of the best strikers in the world, this brace has only strengthened his claim.
- 49' Not the sight many Nigerians hoped to see as Victor Osimhen writhes in pain on the artificial turn after being brought down while chasing his hattrick.
- 46' The second half is back underway, will Sierra Leone equalise or will Nigeria add to their 2-1 lead? 45 more minutes of football will reveal to us what happens next in Monrovia.
- Here are some halftime reactions
- HALFTIME in Monrovia as the centre referee ends the half just 90 seconds into the three minutes added time. Sierra Leone 1-2 Nigeria.
- 45' Another big chance spurned by Nigeria who have had so much space in the Sierra Leone box all half long, this time it was Wilfred Ndidi who blasted over the bar from point-blank range.
- 41' GOAL Sierra Leone are down but not quite out yet as Mustapha Bundu pulls one back with a stunning finish, game on in Monrovia!!!
- 39' Big save by Sierra Leonian goalkeeper Sesay to deny Moses Simon what looked like a simple goal. Victor Osimhen involved once again.
- 33' GOALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!! VICTOR OSIMHEN does it again!!!!! Sierra Leone 0-2 Nigeria
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13:03 - 02.04.2024
Victor Osimhen now number 3 on the top 10 Super Eagles all-time highest goalscorers list [2024]
Victor Osimhen is expected to break Rashidi Yekini's record as the Super Eagles all-time highest goalscorer but which other football stars make the list?
- Could Victor Osimhen be on course to break Rashidi Yekini's record as Super Eagles' all-time topscorer?
- Here is a look at Victor Osimhen's goal, the decisive moment of this game so far. His 16th for the Super Eagles and counting.
- 27' Big chance missed by Samuel Chukwueze who was played through clean on goal but failed to beat Ceesay in the Sierra Leone goal, lacking the composure of Osimhen in front of goal. Nigeria have a corner.
- Osimhen raced through on goal after being found by Kenneth Omerou and the lethal striker confidently lifted the ball past the onrushing goalkeeper to open the scoring for Nigeria.
- 19' GOALLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!VICTOR OSIMHEN!!!!!!!!!!! Nigeria takes the lead and there are no prizes for guessing the scorer.
- 15' End-to-end stuff here in Monrovia as Victor Osimhen forces a big save from a header after some great wing play from Moses Simon.
- KICK OFF! The crucial game between Sierra Leone and Nigeria kicks off in Monrovia.
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17:27 - 15.06.2023
In Africa, it is very difficult- Ahmed Musa on the pitch state ahead of Sierra Leone vs Nigeria
The Super Eagles are set to play on an artificial pitch when they take on the Leone Stars in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
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17:55 - 16.06.2023
'You're legends' — Mr Macaroni 'honored' to meet Super Eagles stars
Comedian Mr. Macaroni has described the current Super Eagles players as legends after meeting them during a dinner in Lagos.
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17:30 - 16.06.2023
Super Eagles: Time and Where to watch Nigeria vs Sierra Leone
Here is what you need to know if you are watching Nigeria's AFCON 2023 qualifier against Sierra Leone.
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14:52 - 16.06.2023
Sierra Lone vs Nigeria: 5 Super Eagles players to watch out vs Leone Stars
The players you need to keep your eyes on as Super Eagles battle Sierra Leone this weekend in the AFCONQ2023.
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18:10 - 14.06.2023
Sierra Leone vs Nigeria: 3 things Super Eagles should avoid against Leone Stars
The Super Eagles will having their hands full when they take on Sierra Leone in an AFCON 2023 qualifier. The Leone Stars will coming all out for a win.
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18:55 - 16.06.2023
Sierra Leone v Nigeria: 5 things the Super Eagles must do to secure AFCON qualification in Monrovia
The Super Eagles of Nigeria need a positive result against Sierra Leone to secure their place in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and here are five things they must do to make it happen.
- ICYMI: Pulse Sports has provided extensive coverage of the Super Eagles ahead of this crucial game, here are some articles to keep you updated on Sierra Leone vs Nigeria with 15 minutes left to kickoff.
- Here are some notable reactions to the lineup as kickoff draws even closer
- Nigeria's 4-3-3 lineup has understandably become a topic of conversation as talisman Victor Osimhen leads the line all by himself, flanked by Moses Simon and Samuel Chukwueze.
- The lineups are out in what is a high-stakes game for John Keister's Sierra Leone, anything other than a win means they are out of contention for an AFCON spot while Jose Peseiro and the Super Eagles only need a draw.
- The game kicks off in just over 30 minutes at the 22,000-capacity Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Stadium in Monrovia, Liberia as the Sierra Leonians do not have a stadium meeting the CAF standards, forcing them to play their home fixtures in other countries.
- Hello and welcome to PULSE SPORT'S live blog of the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying game between Sierra Leone and Nigeria.
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