The Super Eagles of Nigeria produced a dramatic comeback on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, fighting back from two goals down to secure a 3–3 draw against Russia in an international friendly.
Nigeria took an early lead before Russia responded and eventually moved 3–1 ahead, putting the Super Eagles under serious pressure.
However, Nigeria refused to give up.
Peter Edokpolor pulled one goal back in the 78th minute, giving the Super Eagles hope of completing a comeback.
That comeback was completed deep into stoppage time.
In the 90+4th minute, Akor Adams finished a counter-attack after Emmanuel Fernandez started the move and Umar Abdullahi provided the assist, sending the ball into the net to make it Russia 3–3 Nigeria. (Vanguard News)
The result gives Eric Chelle’s experimental Super Eagles side a hard-earned draw after a difficult international window that had included a 3–0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau.
Although the match was only a friendly, the comeback will provide encouragement for a Nigerian team featuring several new and fringe players.
Final Score: Russia 3–3 Nigeria
Akor Adams’ last-gasp equaliser was the moment that rescued the Super Eagles.
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