Nigeria secured a narrow victory over West African rivals Ghana in a friendly match in Marrakesh. Despite Victor Osimhen’s absence, Cyriel Dessers scored from a first-half penalty, while Ademola Lookman added a late goal after Ghana was reduced to 10 men. Jordan Ayew’s stoppage-time penalty for Ghana wasn’t enough to equalize. The win boosts Nigeria’s morale after their Africa Cup of Nations final defeat by Ivory Coast. Interim coach Finidi George seeks to secure the full-time manager’s position. Ghana, following a disappointing AFCON campaign, faces another setback. Despite missing key players, the team shows promise under returning coach Otto Addo.
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