1. No Third Time Lucky For Nigeria's Defence

The Golden Eaglets won their previous matches in the tournament  thus far, against Hungary and Ecuador, but had to do so coming from losing positions.

There was no such luck for them against Australia who they have defeated six times in previous editions of the cadet World Cup.

This was a timely warning for coaches Manu Garba and Nduka Ugbade to work on the defensive side of their games.

2. Amoo Better Coming From The Bench?

Akunkunmi Amoo who has proven to be the creative spark in the team coming off the bench in the matches against Hungary and Ecuador started on Friday night but had a rather quiet game  by his modest standards.

It may seem that he is better off coming off the bench to influence matches when the opposition is mentally and physically weak.

3. Shooting Spree Must Be Intelligent

The Golden Eaglets had many shots on and off target. The motive is good but it must not be at the team's detriment.

A situation whereby a player is better placed but his teammate  shoots away could affect team chemistry. It paints a picture of some players being selfish.



4. Joseph Oluwabusola Saves

The Eaglets coach made four changes to the team that have been starting and one of them was goalkeeper Joseph Oluwabusola in place of Daniel Jinadu.

The new  man in goal made some outstanding  saves with his hands and feet and looked more assured than Jinadu thus creating a bit of goalkeeping conundrum for the goalkeeping coaches. Its a good headache to have though.

Izuchukwu Okosi