Nigeria forward Akor Adams scored a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser as the Super Eagles fought back to draw 3-3 with Russia. Adams struck in the 90+4th minute to complete Nigeria’s comeback after the team had fallen 3-1 behind. The forward finished a counter-attack started by Emmanuel Fernandez, with Umar Abdullahi providing the assist.
Nigeria started the match strongly and took the lead within the opening 15 minutes. The Super Eagles controlled the early stages and looked dangerous as they searched for another goal.
Russia, however, responded in the 30th minute to level the score. The hosts then improved after the break and took advantage of Nigeria’s defensive struggles to move into a 3-1 lead.
Russia Takes Control After Half-Time
Nigeria made two changes at the beginning of the second half as Akor Adams and Abubakar Umar entered the game. They replaced Michael Stephen and Kelechi Iheanacho as the Super Eagles looked for a way back into the contest.
The changes did not immediately produce the desired result. Russia continued to threaten and eventually extended its advantage, leaving Nigeria two goals behind.
Nigeria refused to give up, though, and began to build pressure as the match entered its final stages. The Super Eagles pushed forward in search of a response and eventually found a breakthrough.
Edokpolor Peter Starts Nigeria’s Comeback
Edokpolor Peter pulled one goal back for Nigeria in the 78th minute. The substitute received the ball, dribbled through the Russian defence and fired into the net to reduce the deficit.
The goal gave Nigeria renewed confidence as the Super Eagles continued to attack. Russia came under increasing pressure as Nigeria searched for a late equaliser.
Nigeria made another substitution in the 83rd minute. Vince Osuji came on for Chibuzo Nwoko as the Super Eagles continued their push for a result. The pressure eventually paid off in dramatic fashion during stoppage time.
Akor Adams Completes Dramatic Comeback
In the 90+4th minute, Fernandez launched a counter-attack that gave Nigeria an opportunity to level the match. Abdullahi then supplied the assist for Adams, who kept his composure before finishing the move.
Adams’ late strike made it 3-3 and completed Nigeria’s remarkable comeback. The Super Eagles had trailed 3-1 earlier in the match before fighting back with two late goals.
The result denied Russia victory and gave Nigeria a memorable draw after a thrilling contest. Adams’ stoppage-time finish proved decisive as the Super Eagles showed resilience to recover from a two-goal deficit.
