Equatorial Guinea goalkeeper Jesus Owono has expressed confidence in the Nzalang Nacional after they secured a 1-1 draw against Nigeria in their opening match of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Owono stated that his team was not afraid of the star-studded Super Eagles, as reported by PUNCH Sports Extra.NYSC Portal
Despite Nigeria’s dominance in the match, Equatorial Guinea took the lead in the 36th minute with a goal by Iván Salvador, who skillfully placed the ball into the bottom corner from inside the box. However, African Player of The Year, Victor Osimhen, quickly responded for Nigeria.informationguidenigeria
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Nigeria had opportunities to score before and after the deadlock was broken, but Owono’s exceptional saves denied the Eagles on six different occasions.JAMB Portal
Owono was awarded the Man of The Match for his outstanding performance and proudly spoke about his team’s display after the game.JAMB Result
“We were not scared of Nigeria. The union of a team makes a difference,” he said.
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