The Super Eagles of Nigeria got their qualification quest for the Russia 2018 World Cup on a winning note as Nigeria handed a 2-1 defeat to the Chipolopolo of Zambia.

Goals from Kelechi Iheanacho and Alex Iwobi saw Nigeria cruising in Ndola as the lone strike for Zambia unable to deny Genort Rohr's men all three points.

First Half


It was the Zambians that had the first go at goal as Fwayo Tembo tried a shot from 25 yards but Carl Ikeme was on hand to push it over the bar for a corner kick which was effectively dealt by the Eagles defense.

Nigeria had their own chance moments later when Ideye won a free kick, Moses Simon swung the ball but the Zambia keeper, Kennedy Mweene forced a corner.

Tembo was again close to giving the Zambians the lead in the Read more: http://www.maestroperostar.com/2016/10/zambia-1-nigeria-2-iheanacho-iwobi-give.html