Alex Iwobi marked his 100th appearance for Nigeria, but the Super Eagles suffered a 2-1 defeat to Portugal in an international friendly in Leiria on Wednesday night.
The Fulham midfielder became only the fourth Nigerian player to reach the century mark for international appearances, but the milestone was overshadowed by a narrow loss that ended Nigeria’s 12-match unbeaten run in regulation time.
Portugal, who are preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, secured victory thanks to a second-half winner from Francisco Conceição after Akor Adams had cancelled out Pedro Neto’s opener.
Adams scores as Nigeria respond
The hosts made a bright start and were rewarded in the 23rd minute when Pedro Neto finished a well-worked move involving Diogo Dalot to put Portugal ahead.
Cristiano Ronaldo and João Félix both threatened to extend the lead before halftime, but goalkeeper Maduka Okoye made important saves to keep Nigeria in contention.
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