The Super Eagles are back with a win 🇳🇬🔥Nigeria defeated Iran 2-1 in their first match since finishing 3rd at AFCON 2025. Moses Simon opened the scoring before Akor Adams doubled the lead early in the second half. Mehdi Taremi pulled one back, but Nigeria held on for the win in Antalya, Turkey.

In this video, Olu breaks down the game, highlights key performances, and shares his biggest takeaways from the match. He also discusses the unusual pre-match situation, with multiple kickoff time changes and the game starting earlier than expected.

Overall, it’s a positive result for Nigeria and one that could help the Super Eagles climb up the FIFA rankings.

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(00:00) Intro

(01:55) Starting Lineup

(02:57) Iran's Touching Tribute

(03:38) How the game played out

(09:52) Overall Thoughts on the game

(12:37) Super Eagles Player Reviews

(18:56) Final Thoughts (NFF woes)

The Super Eagles are back in action for the first time since January. Nigeria face Iran in an international friendly, their first game since finishing 3rd at AFCON 2025. With no World Cup to prepare for, this match becomes crucial for building momentum and improving their standing in the FIFA rankings.Olu breaks down everything you need to know ahead of the game, including the current form and ranking of both teams, key players to watch from the Iranian side, and what to expect tactically from Nigeria. He also predicts the Super Eagles lineup and gives his score prediction for the match.Can Nigeria continue the good vibes after AFCON, or will Iran spoil the party? Check out our website: nigeriafootballweekly.com Follow Nigeria Football Weekly:Twitter - https://twitter.com/NFWPod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nigeriafootballweekly/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nigeriafootballweekly Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NigeriaFootballWeekly Linktree - https://linktr.ee/nigeriafootballweekly Email - nigeriafootballweekly@gmail.com (00:00) Intro(01:09) What's on the line for this game(02:39) Nigeria's squad list(04:27) Nigeria without Osimhen(05:32) Iranian players to watch out for(07:07) Concerns for Iran leading to the World Cup(08:08) Iran's recent form(09:49) General thoughts on Nigeria(12:10) Super Eagles predicted lineup(15:06) Final score prediction

Join Olu for Episode 235 of the Nigeria Football Weekly Podcast, where he discusses who the standout Nigerian players were over the past weekend. Ademola Lookman scored against Real Madrid, Taiwo Awoniyi got on the scoresheet against struggling Spurs, and Philip Otele scored against Dortmund.Other players who had good weekends of football include Maduka Okoye, Felix Agu, Chidozie Awaziem, and Isaac James, who all had good performances to mention.Olu then concludes the podcast by reviewing how Nigerian players fared in the final game week leading to the international break. Check out our website: nigeriafootballweekly.com Follow Nigeria Football Weekly:Twitter - https://twitter.com/NFWPod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nigeriafootballweekly/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nigeriafootballweekly Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NigeriaFootballWeekly Linktree - https://linktr.ee/nigeriafootballweekly Email - nigeriafootballweekly@gmail.com