Nigeria Flying Eagles dominated young lions of Senegal all through the match and thumbs up to the technical crew led by the Coach Aliyu Zubairu.
The recent fixture between Nigeria and Senegal at the Suez Canal Stadium in Ismaila concluded in a goalless draw after 120 minutes of tension soaked match with high energy from both teams but Nigeria emerged victorious, winning 3–1 in the penalty shootout.
While neither side found the net during normal play, an in-depth examination of the match statistics reveals that Nigeria clearly dominated throughout the game.
From the beginning, Nigeria showcased their attacking intent and control over the match – Nigeria registered a total of 15 shots, in contrast to Senegal’s 10, with 7 of those attempts being on target.
This disparity underscored Nigeria’s aggressive approach in seeking to create goal-scoring opportunities.
Furthermore, Nigeria earned 13 corner kicks almost twice the total won by Senegal – highlighting the sustained pressure they exerted within the final third.
Possession statistics further reinforced Nigeria’s advantage, as they maintained a slight edge with 54%. This figure not only indicates a superior control of the game’s tempo but also reflects their effectiveness in transitioning build up play between defense and attack.
In terms of passing efficiency, Nigeria completed 438 passes with a 70% accuracy rate, while Senegal managed to complete 374 passes at 67% accuracy, Such numbers demonstrate Nigeria’s ability to retain the ball and execute their game plan with greater precision.
The match was characterized by defensive intensity and physicality, with Nigeria committing 26 fouls compared to Senegal’s 18. This higher foul count suggests a highly aggressive approach that may have been necessary to assert their dominance.
Despite the physical nature of the match, both teams received three yellow cards each, with no red cards issued, indicating that, while fiercely contested, the match remained within the boundaries of fair play and modest in throwing a tackle.
Another significant aspect of the game was the offside statistics. Senegal was caught offside three times, whereas Nigeria only experienced this once, emphasizing the effectiveness and discipline of Nigeria’s defensive organization in nullifying Senegal’s attacking transitions.
