Simon and Adams scored as Nigeria’s Super Eagles beat Iran 2-1 in a friendly.
Glamtush reports that the Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Iran 2-1 in a friendly international played in Antalya, Turkiye, on Friday.
Goals from Simon Moses and Akor Adams were enough to give Nigeria the victory against their Middle East opponent.
Nigeria began the game, played on the home turf of Turkish Super Lig side Antalyaspor, on a good note.
They then took the lead just six minutes into the match with Moses cutting in from the left wing to fire past Alireza Beiranvand in goal for the Iranians.
Despite a flurry of chances, the 1994 AFCON winners could not double their lead against Iran.
Just on the 61st-minute mark, Nigeria made their pressure count as Adams netted the second goal.
The Sevilla man, starting for the injured Victor Osimhen, was fed by Atletico Madrid’s Ademola Lookman and wasted no time dispatching the ball into the back of the net.
Iran, however, pulled one back. Striker Mehdi Taremi turned in from close range after a scramble. But they could not level things up as Nigeria held on to claim the bragging rights.
Looking ahead, the Super Eagles will face Jordan national football team in an international friendly on March 31 at Mardan Stadyumu in Antalya, Turkey. The match is part of a four-nation tournament designed to provide competitive action for teams that have qualified for the World Cup and for squad rebuilding.
The matches are Nigeria’s first since winning the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.
Coach Chelle named a strong starting lineup for the Asian opponents, the only major change being Maduka Okoye in goal in the absence of first-choice Stanley Nwabali.
Despite these preparations, Nigeria will not participate in the World Cup in June, making these friendlies crucial for team development and maintaining momentum.
Fans remain optimistic about the Super Eagles’ attacking flair as the team continues to rebuild and gain experience on the international stage.
