he match between Nigeria and Libya saw the Super Eagles secure a 1-0 victory in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier, thanks to a late goal by Lazio’s Fisayo Dele-Bashiru. The midfielder scored in the 87th minute, breaking the deadlock in what had been a frustrating game for Nigeria, where they dominated possession but struggled to find the back of the net. Despite the victory, Victor Boniface’s performance stood out for all the wrong reasons, as he struggled to make an impact once again, raising concerns over his recent form.
Nigeria’s interim coach, Austin Eguavoen, made key substitutions, including replacing Boniface with Moses Simon, which paid off when Simon delivered the assist for the winning goal. This victory extends Nigeria’s unbeaten streak in the qualifiers and keeps them at the top of their group, while Libya remains winless at the bottom.
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru’s rising prominence has earned him comparisons to legendary Nigerian midfielders like Jay-Jay Okocha, while Boniface’s underwhelming display continues to draw scrutiny
