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Super Eagles hold Putin’s army to 1-1 draw in Moscow

The Super Eagles continued their fine run under coach Eric Chelle as they forced Russia to a 1-1 on Friday evening in Moscow.

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The Super Eagles continued their fine run under coach Eric Chelle as they forced Russia to a 1-1 on Friday evening in Moscow.

Russia took the lead in the first half no thanks to an own goal by Semi Ajayi.

The Eagles fought back in the second half with Belgium based Arokodare capitalising on a defensive blunder by the hosts to slot in the equalizer in the 70th minute.

Super Eagles second choice keeper Maduka Okoye made some good number of impressive saves.

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The Super Eagles, last week, defeated Jamaica 5-4 on penalties to win the Unity Cup.

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