Russia vs Nigeria: Okoye saved us, Boniface struggled – Nigerians react to Super Eagles’ draw

Some Nigerian football fans have expressed their happiness over the national team’s display against Russia in their international friendly on Friday.

DAILY POST reports that Russia dominated much of the encounter at the Luzhniki Stadium on Friday evening.

The hosts took the lead in the first half through Semi Ajayi’s own goal.

However, Eric Chelle’s side equalised in the second half, thanks to Tolu Arokodare’s goal.

Following the match, supporters took to their X accounts to share their thoughts on the friendly.

Some insisted that goalkeeper Maduka Okoye saved the Super Eagles against Russia, while others criticised Victor Boniface, claiming the striker struggled against the hosts.

Here are some comments gathered by DAILY POST from X:

@IpineraYomi: “The Russians were quite dominant but thanks to Tolu Arokodare for the draw. Victor Boniface needs to tell us exactly what he brings to the Nigerian team. I think coaches would stop inviting him very soon.”

@NielAkins: “Decent second half. We need midfielders.”

@Omachi_cc: “Maduka Okoye had a good outing.”

@bright___r: “This should be the highlight of today’s match. Maduka Okoye saved us oo.”

@iAmPODii: “I think that our coach needs to learn to read a game and make substitutions early in the game. It is a friendly for a reason. The players should get playing time. It’s taking so long to make these changes in this game.”

@ManuNaija: “Why does Victor Boniface struggle with the #SuperEagles — formation, or he’s just not good enough?”

@IkennaUche: “Good game from the Super Eagles. There is still a lot of work to be done, but we are on the right path. I remember when online tacticos were angry about Eric’s appointment, but since coming in, he has been undefeated.”

@EdusasEdu: “If Super Eagles won, how [are we] sure that they will go peacefully? War dey oh! Make we no overdo! #RUSNGA”

@Iivnande: “A very talented player, I’d recommend Chelle play Boniface behind a main Striker, he will thrive in that role, especially without the pressure of needing to score.”

@Temidontlie: “Rasmus Boniface needs to start proving himself for Nigeria #RUSNGA.”