Nigeria Super Eagles interim Coach, Austin Eguaveon has commended his players' never-say-die spirit to earn a point against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Thursday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The deputy African Cup of Nations champions came from behind to play a 1-1 draw against the Cheetahs in the African Cup of Nations Qualifiers match played at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny.
Victor Osimhen's 23rd goal in the short of the Super Eagles earned Nigeria a point and maintained their unbeaten after Mohamed Tijani had put Benin Republic in front.
Eguaveon who spoke after the game praised his boys' spirit to get the result at the end of the final whistle despite how tough the game was.
“It was a tough game and I congratulate the players for a spirited display in the second half that earned us the equalizer. The downpour made the game difficult for both teams, but I am happy we have the AFCON finals ticket in the bag”
The Super Eagles who have qualified for next year's tournament have a game more against Rwanda in Nigeria on Monday.
Uche Dozie