Super Eagles Player Ratings : Ali, Okpotu, Ifeanyi Shining Lights

Allnigeriasoccer.com runs the rule over  the Super Eagles players in their 1-0 win over Benin Republic on Thursday, September 21.

The Starters

Ikechukwu Ezenwa 6/10

The goalkeeper showed great deal of composure behind the sticks.

Osas Okoro 6/10

The right-back struggled at times but he pushed forward when needed.

Emmanuel Ariwachukwu 6/10

He made some vital interceptions during the game.

Olamilekan Adeleye 6.5/10

Solid and sharp as usual, Adeleye was a dominant presence in the area.

Chima Akas 6/10

Playing on the left flank again, Akas managed to contain the marauding attackers.

Afeez Aremu 6.5/10

The tireless central midfielder was full of energy and grit. He was at his usual best.

Ifeanyi Ifeanyi 6.5/10

Ifeanyi proved his mettle once again and gave his team stability.

Rabiu Ali 8/10

He started the game well, moving close to the ball and distributing balls to both flanks. He was rewarded with an excellent strike which turned out to be the match winner.

Ubong Friday 6/10

With a great stamina, the winger made tireless runs back and forth to help Okoro at the back as well as creating chances upfront.

Peter Eneji 6/10

The forward was very active with his forays, providing clever passes to his team mates.

Anthony Okpotu 6.5/10

The Lobi Stars striker was sharp upfront. His link up with Ali for the solitary goal was brilliant.

The Substitutes

Samuel Mathias 5/10

He was quite energetic but could not create any real threat on Benin's keeper and did not get enough assistance from his exhausted teammates.

Gabriel Okechukwu 5.5/10

Okechukwu made a notable impact. He provided the needed spark upfront and had his effort cleared by Salomon Junior on the line.

Abayomi Ademetan

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