Allnigeriasoccer.com presents the ratings of Super Eagles players following Nigeria’s penaty shootout defeat to hosts Morocco in Rabat.

The starters

Goalkeeper

Stanley Nwabali (8/10): The Chippa United goalkeeper delivered a strong performance, making key saves and stopping a penalty during the shootout.

Defenders

Semi Ajayi (7.5/10): Recovered well after an early error, producing a crucial block to deny Morocco in the opening stages.

Calvin Bassey (8/10): A commanding display at the back, as Bassey was solid and effective in dealing with Morocco’s aerial threat.

Bruno Onyeamachi (8.5/10): Outstanding defensively, putting in a disciplined performance to keep Brahim Díaz quiet throughout the game.

Bright Osayi-Samuel: (7.5/10): Energetic and dependable, offering defensive solidity against Abde Ezzalzouli down the flank.

Midfielders and forwards

Raphael Onyedika (4.5/10): Struggled in possession and was untidy at times, conceding the ball too easily.

Alex Iwobi (6/10): Composed on the ball but found it difficult to link effectively with the attacking players.

Frank Onyeka (6.5/10): Produced a strong and energetic display in midfield, covering ground and battling well.

Ademola Lookman (5/10): Registered Nigeria’s only shot on target in the first half but was largely kept quiet for the rest of the contest.

Akor Adams (5.5/10): Found it difficult to impose himself in attack, though he worked hard and contributed defensively.

Victor Osimhen (5/10): The Galatasaray striker was unable to influence the game as expected and was substituted before the shootout.

The substitutes

Moses Simon (5/10): The Paris FC winger failed to pose a significant threat to the Moroccan defence after coming on.

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (6.5/10): The Lazio midfielder kept his composure to convert his penalty in the shootout.

Paul Onuachu (N/A): The Trabzonspor striker replaced Osimhen and calmly converted Nigeria’s first penalty.

Samuel Chukwueze (N/A): The Fulham winger missed his penalty during the shootout.

Adeyemi Adewale