Nigerian first leg performance scrutinized ahead of Super Eagles’ WC playoff return leg in Abuja

Nigeria understandably struggled at times during the road leg in Ghana in FIFA World Cup qualifying, needing time to gain their composure in front of a passionate crowd while drawing the Black Stars 0-0 in Kumasi. Ahead of the home leg in Abuja, the pressure is on for the Super Eagles to find their form, particularly in midfield and on the attacking end where they failed to assert themselves. While the reaction to the result is generally positive with a win at home being enough for the ticket to Qatar 2022, Nigerian media evaluates where their side can improve on Tuesday in the articles below.