International friendlies : Italy and Nigeria play out pulsating draw


Over 15,000 lucky fans at London’s craven Cottage witnessed a pulsating international friendly as Italy and Nigeria played out a pulsating 2-2 draw in the second meeting between the sides.

Both teams attacked from the off and chances came and went before Giuseppe Rossi put the Azzuri ahead with his first International goal for over two years.

Italy continued to dominate in terms of possession and chances but Nigeria struck back to lead with two quickfire goals from Bright Dike and Newcastle United’s Shola Ameobi before the end of the first half to stun their opponents.

It took Italy only two minutes to get back on level terms after the break as Emanuele Giaccherini converted Antonio Candreva’s through ball. And although both sides missed a number of chances to add to their tally, honours ended even on Cesare Prandelli’s 50th game in charge.

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