Abuja, Nigeria – (African Boulevard News) – The U17 AFCON is in full swing, and the game between Nigeria and Morocco has definitely been one to watch. Though the Golden Eaglets had a good start to their campaign, they could not secure the maximum points against the tough Moroccan side, ultimately falling to a 1-0 loss in their second match. In this article, we will take a look at the player ratings from the match and analyze the performance of the Golden Eaglets.
Goalkeeper:
Oluwatosin Adeseye had an impressive performance overall, but could not stop the one goal that was scored by Morocco. The young goalkeeper pulled off some fantastic saves and kept his team in the game for as long as he could. He receives a rating of 7.5/10.
Defenders:
The defense line of the Golden Eaglets was solid, but could not prevent Morocco from scoring the lone goal of the match. The team’s captain, Seydou Ibrahim, had a standout performance and made some crucial tackles. The entire defense gets a rating of 7/10.
Midfielders:
The midfielders of the Nigerian team struggled to create clear chances for their forwards. They also lost possession of the ball quite often, which ultimately cost them the game. Despite this, Adebayo Adebisi stood out as a key player in the midfield and was involved in several crucial plays. The midfielders receive a rating of 6/10.
Forwards:
The Nigerian forwards had a difficult time breaking through the Moroccan defense and could not convert their chances into goals. However, Emmanuel Kayode had a standout performance and was unlucky not to score a goal. The forwards receive a rating of 6.5/10.
Though the Golden Eaglets were unable to secure the win against Morocco, their performance was still commendable. The team will now need to regroup and focus on their next match against Algeria.
As the coach of the team, Fatai Amoo, stated in a post-match interview, “We still have a lot of work to do, but I am proud of my players’ efforts. We will continue to work hard and improve with each game.”
In conclusion, the match between Nigeria and Morocco was closely contested, but ultimately ended in a 1-0 win for Morocco. The Golden Eaglets will need to bounce back quickly if they want to make it to the next stage of the U17 AFCON.