Nigeria made eight changes against Uganda with their fate already decided, though star striker Victor Osimhen started and played 87 minutes despite being only one yellow card away from suspension. Chelle wanted to keep momentum high and ensure a more convincing result after receiving criticism in the aftermath of nearly collapsing late on against Tunisia, getting his wish as Raphael Onyedika scored twice in quick succession in the second half to add to Paul Onuachu’s earlier strike.
