Nigeria and Canada draw 0-0 in the match of the Group Phase of the World Cup
Nigeria and Canada have drawn 0-0 in the first match of the Group Phase of the Australia and New Zealand World Cup played this morning in Melbourne.
The Canadians had a clear opportunity to take the lead thanks to a penalty in the 50th minute. However, the captain sinclair the occasion failed in front of the Nigerian goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie.
Despite the fact that Canada began dominating the match and pressing, Nigeria noticed the deficiencies in their rival’s defense, taking advantage of the wings to advance. The Africans started the second half with every intention of taking the lead against a Canada that was only waiting to take advantage of the moment and do damage.
Both teams are still in the fight to get a pass to the next round of the tournament where they will face the leader Australia, and Ireland, the other members of group B. The match between these two teams ended with the victory of the hosts (1-0).
Source: Eitb
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