Flying Eagles Player Ratings Vs Ukraine : Makanjuola Top Man; Ofoborh Impresses; Utin Above Average; Michael Disappointing; Offia No Impact

Nigeria moved onto the next round of the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup as one of the four best third-placed sides following their 1-1 draw against Ukraine on Thursday evening.


Goalkeeper

Orewale Oremade: Really should have done better in keeping out Danylo Sikan's header. (6/10)

Defenders

Rabiu Zulkifilu: While he ventured very little forward, his defending left a lot to be desired.

Left in a heap by Oleksii Kashchuk who crossed for Sikan to head Ukraine ahead. (5/10)

Aliu Salawudeen: In no man's land for the opener as he left too much space for Sikan to sneak in and nod home. (5/10)

Igoh Ogbu: Was among the best players on parade for the Flying Eagles. One of the positives for Nigeria.  (6.5/10)

Ikouwem Utin: Usually the team's source of attacking menace from the back and sent in a couple of crosses which came to nought. (6/10)

Midfielders

Nnamdi Ofoborh: Had a chance at goal which he failed to make the most of while he swung in some dangerous-looking corners for the attackers. (7/10)

Aniekeme Okon: Carved out little spectacular and didn't really look convincing. Went on some runs into the opposition area but was usually stooped in his tracks. (6/10)

Kingsley Michael: Had a hushed showing and saw little of the ball in truth. (5/10)

Effiom Maxwell: Full of running and twisting but little end product to show for it. Booked for a stamp. (5.5/10)

Attackers

Success Makanjuola: Exuberantly pushed forward particularly in the first half but lost some touch in the second. Nearly grabbed the game winner in the closing stages but for a smart stop from Lunin. (7.5/10)

Tijani Muhamed: Shooting was frustratingly hit-and-miss for most part of it though he tried using his built in aerial duels. Sent his initial penalty too close at Andriy Lunin before redeeming himself with a deft second. (6.5/10)