“Libya over-respected Super Eagles” — Eguavoen

Super Eagles interim coach Augustine Eguavoen has called out Libya for their excessive time-wasting during Nigeria’s 1-0 victory in Friday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

Despite the Mediterranean Knights’ frustrating delay tactics, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru emerged as the hero, netting a decisive goal in the 86th minute to seal the win for Nigeria.

Eguavoen didn’t hold back in his post-match interview, criticizing Libya’s strategy:

“They wasted fourteen, fifteen minutes out of the 45, which is not so good. Maybe they over-respected us and thought coming out would leave them vulnerable.”

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With the second leg fast approaching, the big question remains—will Dele-Bashiru, who came off the bench to score the match-winner, start on Tuesday? Eguavoen kept his cards close to his chest, stating, “All 23 players are capable of starting,” leaving fans eager to see if the Lazio star will make the starting XI.

As the Super Eagles prepare for the next challenge, Eguavoen’s fiery comments and Dele-Bashiru’s impact off the bench add intrigue to what promises to be a thrilling second-leg encounter.