Nigeria defeats Poland, Ronaldo scores two in extra time, Columbia came from behind and defeated France and the full result from the international friendly. ( see details )
The Super Eagles of Nigeria gave us a glimpse of how deadly they will be come June.
The Eagles defeated Poland 1-0 in today's friendly encounter as they prepare for the world cup show down in Russia this year.
Following the dismantling of a Messiless Argentina, the Eagles proved yet again that they're no fluke.
Chelsea's Victor Moses made the difference for the two sides today as his penalty kick finds the back of the net.
The first 45 minutes ended in a deadlock, but Victor Moses goal made sure it didn't end apiece.
Though the eagles have won the match despite being the underdog, some section of the fans pointed out some areas they think the team should improve on before they face their opponent in the group stage of the world cup.
Some advised the coach to improve on the mid field and others pointed out that more work should be done on the defense.
Nigeria were without former Chelsea's star midfielder,John Mikel Obi who was left out of the squad by the coach.
The win is a confident booster ahead of the real test in June.
In other updates, Cristiano Ronaldo proves himself again as he scores two in the added time of the second half to grant Portugal the win against Egypt.
Egypt drew the first blood as Liverpool's magician, Mohammed Salah gave the Egyptians the lead.
But it was two goals, almost faster than the speed of light from Ronaldo, that decided the winner.
Lionel Messi was pulled out of the starting line up against Italy due to a muscle injury.
But his absence wasn't felt as the Argentines swept pass Italy 2-0 in full time. Goals from Ever Banega and Lanzini, secured the win for George Sampoli's men.
Columbia came from behind and defeated France 3-2.
Below is the full results of the friendly games,
Azerbaijan - Belarus 0:1
Cyprus - Montenegro 0:0
Finland - FYR Macedonia 0:0
Russia - Brazil 0:3
Senegal - Uzbekistan 1:1
Bulgaria - Bosnia & Herzegovina 0:1
Gambia - Central Africa 1:1
Norway - Australia 4:1
Turkey - Ireland 1:0
Greece - Switzerland 0:1
Hungary - Kazakhstan 2:3
Tunisia - Iran 1:0
Ukraine - Saudi Arabia 1:1
Serbia - Morocco 1:2
Argentina - Italy 2:0
Austria - Slovenia 3:0
Germany - Spain 1:1
Netherlands - England 0:1
Poland - Nigeria 0:1
Portugal - Egypt 2:1
Scotland - Costa Rica 0:1
France - Colombia 2:3.
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