Match Report
Russia 3-3 Nigeria: Super Eagles Rescue Dramatic Draw
Nigeria’s Super Eagles fought back from a two-goal deficit to secure a thrilling 3-3 draw against Russia in a dramatic international encounter.
October 6, 2026
9d agoNigeria’s Super Eagles fought back from a two-goal deficit to secure a thrilling 3-3 draw against Russia in a dramatic international encounter.
The Super Eagles made the perfect start when Kelechi Iheanacho opened the scoring in the 10th minute, giving Nigeria an early advantage.
Russia responded strongly, with Lechi Sadulaev finding the equaliser in the 30th minute. The hosts then completed the turnaround just before half-time as Matvey Kislyak struck in stoppage time to send Russia into the break with a 2-1 lead.
Russia extended their advantage nine minutes after the restart when Aleksey Miranchuk scored in the 54th minute, putting Nigeria 3-1 down and leaving the Super Eagles with a mountain to climb.
Nigeria refused to surrender. Peter Edokpolor pulled one back in the 78th minute, setting up a tense final stage.
With defeat seemingly looming, the Super Eagles produced one final moment of drama. Akor Adams struck deep into stoppage time in the 90+4th minute to level the contest at 3-3.
The late equaliser completed a remarkable comeback for Nigeria, who turned a two-goal deficit into a share of the spoils.
The result will be a major boost for the Super Eagles, particularly after their determination to fight until the final whistle. Russia, meanwhile, will be left disappointed after surrendering a two-goal lead late in the match.
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🇷🇺 Russia 3-3 Nigeria 🇳🇬
⚽ 10' — Kelechi Iheanacho
⚽ 30' — Lechi Sadulaev
⚽ 45+2' — Matvey Kislyak
⚽ 54' — Aleksey Miranchuk
⚽ 78' — Peter Edokpolor
⚽ 90+4' — Akor Adams
Akor Adams' stoppage-time strike ensures the Super Eagles leave Russia with a dramatic draw.
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