Emem Eduok Scores 24th Goal Of The Season, As Nigeria Beat Ghana Under 23s
Emem Eduok enhanced his growing reputation when he scored the first - ever goal at the <span class="s1">Akwa Ibom International Stadium, as a locally assembled Nigeria team defeated the Ghana Under 23s 1 - 0 on Friday night.<br /><br />Thus, the former Flying Eagles forward has chalked up 24 goals in all competitions this season for club and country, including three in the Federation Cup.<br /><br />The Dolphins of Port Harcourt marksman found the back of the net in the 34th minute after powerfully heading in a cross from Sunshine Stars defender Solomon Kwambe.<br /><br />There were no further goals in the game despite Nigeria having chances to increase the lead, with Emem Eduok and </span>Mfon Udoh missing opportunities in the second half.<br /><br />Ghana finished the game with ten men after Richard Yamoh was sent off for a dangerous tackle on Pyagbara.<br /><br />The Super Eagles will play Congo and South Africa in their next two fixtures, which will determine whether they will qualify for the 2015 African Cup of Nations.<br /><span class="s1"><br /></span>Photo Credit : Private<br />
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