Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has expressed disappointment after Nigeria’s 2-2 draw with Poland, insisting the team had enough quality to secure victory.
The defender believes late goals conceded in both halves ultimately denied the Super Eagles a deserved win in the international friendly played in Warsaw.
Nigeria Let Victory Slip Away
Nigeria started brightly and took the lead through Terem Moffi before Poland equalised shortly before halftime.
The Super Eagles regained their advantage in the second half when Paul Onuachu found the back of the net.
However, Poland struck again in stoppage time to rescue a draw and deny Nigeria victory.
Bassey Highlights Key Lesson
Speaking after the match, Bassey admitted the team should have managed key moments better.
According to him, conceding late goals in both halves exposed areas that require improvement ahead of future fixtures.
The Fulham defender noted that several players arrived in camp at different times, which may have affected team cohesion and preparation.
Chelle’s Team Shows Promise Despite Draw
Despite the result, the performance offered encouraging signs for head coach Eric Chelle as he continues to shape his squad.
The friendly provided valuable minutes for players and an opportunity to strengthen combinations ahead of more competitive matches.
With lessons learned from the draw, the Super Eagles will be hoping to turn positive performances into victories in upcoming fixtures.
