Siasia Lauds Akpeyi’s Performance Against South Africa

Former Super Eagles manager, Samson Siasia has rated highest the side’s goalkeeper, Daniel Akpeyi against Bafana Bafana of South Africa in yesterday’s friendly tie at the Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit.

Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw with the side’s captain, Ahmed Musa scoring the opener in the 85th minute while a defensive blunder allowed South Africa a stoppage time equaliser from forward, Bongani Zungu.

The Warri Wolves shot stopper had earlier masterfully stopped a penalty that would have given the South Africans the lead in a largely lackluster encounter.

Siasia said Akpeyi stood out for him in the encounter and would have ended the clash as winners if not the momentary loss of concentration from the back men.

“The goalkeeper was the best player on match day against South Africa but his defence let him down at the crucial moment.

“Akpeyi deserved a victory in the clash to compensate his five-star performance in the game.

“It’s unfortunate they allowed what would’ve been a deserved victory to slip off their hands at the most inauspicious time.

“I congratulate the captain on match day, Ahmed Musa, for the wonderful opening goal against South Africa.

“Musa at times plays as if he wasn’t there, a bit listless and anonymous but he remains a good player.

“His solo goal effort was wonderful on his special day as the captain of the side,” said Siasia to supersport.com.

Yesterday’s score draw in Nelspruit adds up the statistics of seven wins, four draws and a loss in favour of the Nigerians.

Source : Daily Trust

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