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- Updated: October 9, 2016
Nigeria on Sunday made a bright start to their Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup Group B qualifying campaign thanks to a 2-1 away win over Zambia at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola. The game marked low start for Zambia coach Wedson Nyirenda who was making his debut as Chipolopolo trainer. Nigeria took command of the match in the opening 45 minutes courtesy goals from England-based duo, Alex Iwobi and Kelechi Iheanacho. Iwobi put the Super Eagles ahead in the 32nd minute with a shot past Zambia goalie Kennedy Mweene. Zambia’s best chance in the first half that Nigeria commanded came on 27 …
