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Nigeria started on bright note and enjoyed the lions' share of possession at least in the opening 20 minutes of the game. Neigeria's persistent efforts resulted in a free-kick just outside the French circle in the 17th minute when Peter Odemwingie was brought down by Blaise Matuidi but the Super Eagles failed to cash in on the chance.
This is the third loss of the Super Eagles in the Round of 16 in WC