Saudi Arabia vs Nigeria International Match live updates .
Full time Saudi Arabia 2, Nigeria 2.
Saudi Arabia vs Nigeria
| 4 | Shots | 15 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Shots on target | 5 |
| 53% | Possession | 47% |
| 513 | Passes | 444 |
| 83% | Pass accuracy | 83% |
| 16 | Fouls | 12 |
| 2 | Yellow cards | 1 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 1 | Offsides | 6 |
| 2 | Corners | 4 |
90’+10′ Goal! Saudi Arabia 2, Nigeria 2. Mohamed Kanno (Saudi Arabia) from a free kick with a right footed shot.
81’Goal! Saudi Arabia 1, Nigeria 2. Kelechi Iheanacho (Nigeria) left footed shot from outside the box.
76′ Delay in match because of an injury Abdulelah Al Amri (Saudi Arabia).
73′ Own Goal by Abdulelah Al Amri, Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia 1, Nigeria 1.
66′ Substitution, Nigeria. Moses Simon replaces Ademola Lookman.
60′ Goal! Saudi Arabia 1, Nigeria 0. Salman Al Faraj (Saudi Arabia) from a free kick with a left footed shot to the top left corne
31′ Attempt missed. Samuel Chukwueze (Nigeria) left footed shot from the centre of the box is high and wide to the left.
29′ Offside, Nigeria. Tyronne Ebuehi tries a through ball, but Victor Osimhen is caught offside.
26′
Foul by Hassan Tambakti (Saudi Arabia).
26′
Ademola Lookman (Nigeria) wins a free kick on the left wing.
21′
Offside, Saudi Arabia. Ali Abdullah Hazzazi tries a through ball, but Nasser Al Dawsari is caught offside.
20′
Attempt missed. Ademola Lookman (Nigeria) right footed shot from the centre of the box misses to the left. Assisted by Victor Osimhen.
19′
Attempt saved. Victor Boniface (Nigeria) right footed shot from the right side of the box is saved in the bottom left corner.
18′
Wilfred Ndidi (Nigeria) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
18′
Foul by Ali Abdullah Hazzazi (Saudi Arabia).
17′
Attempt missed. Victor Osimhen (Nigeria) right footed shot from the centre of the box is too high. Assisted by Bruno Onyemaechi with a cross.
“Nigeria Faces Saudi Arabia in Friendly Match as World Cup Qualifiers and AFCON Approach”
In preparation for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers and the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals, Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, is set to engage in an international friendly match against Saudi Arabia. This friendly encounter is a crucial part of their strategy to fine-tune their skills and form as they gear up for these prestigious tournaments. The match is scheduled to take place at the Portimao Municipal Stadium in Portugal.
Saudi Arabia vs Nigeria Kick-off Details:
- Game: Saudi Arabia vs. Nigeria
- Date: September 13, 2023
- Kick-off Time: 17:00 West African Time
- Venue: Portimao Municipal Stadium, Portugal
Saudi Arabia vs Nigeria How to Watch:
While the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has not yet provided an official platform for online streaming or TV broadcasting, fans can stay updated on the match through the NFF’s social media channels. Additionally, Goal.com will provide comprehensive match reports to keep fans informed about the game’s developments.
Saudi Arabia vs Nigeria Team News:
Nigeria’s squad and possible lineup include:
- Goalkeeper: Uzoho
- Defenders: Ajayi, Omeruo, Osayi-Samuel, Bassey
- Midfielders: Ndidi, Iwobi, Onyedika
- Forwards: Osimhen, Chukwueze, Simon
In the absence of Maduka Okoye, who has faced challenges securing game time, Calvin Bassey will likely step in as a left-back, replacing Jamilu Collins and Chidozie Awaziem.
Saudi Arabia’s squad and probable lineup comprise:
- Goalkeeper: Al-Owais
- Defenders: Al-Shahrani, Al-Tambakti, Al-Boleahi, Al-Ghannam
- Midfielders: Kanno, Al-Khaibari, S. Al Dawsari
- Forwards: Al-Hamdan, N. Al-Dawsari, Al-Shehri
Notably, the young Eid Al-Muwallad may make his debut in this match, demonstrating impressive performances at the club level. However, the spotlight is on Alem Al-Dawsari, who has been a standout performer for Al Hilal and has directly contributed to seven out of nine goals scored in the league.
Saudi Arabia vs Nigeria Head-to-Head Record:
The encounter between Saudi Arabia and Nigeria marks their first meeting since 2010 when they played to a goalless draw in Abuja Stadium. It is worth noting that Saudi Arabia has faced six consecutive losses and won only one out of their last nine matches. In contrast, Nigeria is on a three-game winning streak following five consecutive losses. The Green Falcons are currently ranked 57th, while the Super Eagles hold the 40th spot in FIFA’s world rankings.
The friendly match between Saudi Arabia and Nigeria holds great significance as both teams aim to fine-tune their strategies and skills in preparation for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers and AFCON. While Saudi Arabia seeks to regain momentum, Nigeria looks to extend its winning streak. Fans eagerly anticipate an exciting clash on the field as these two nations face off in the Portimao Municipal Stadium.
