Match Timeline

Nigeria
South Korea
  • KO
  • 12
  • 38
  • HT
  • 45
  • 49
  • 57
  • 64
  • 69
  • 70
  • 87
  • 90+3
  • FT

Match Commentary

94'
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94'
The Super Eagles went ahead early on through Kalu Uche before goals from Lee Jung-Soo and Park Chu-Young put South Korea in firm control. After producing the miss of the tournament, Yakubu levelled from the penalty spot but Nigeria just came up short.
94'
South Korea will face Uruguay in the second round while Nigeria join Greece in going home. Nigeria made a fight of things at the end but just couldn't find that crucial goal.
Match Stats
NGAKOR
Possession
45%
5545
55%
Shots on Goal
4
8
Shot Attempts
11
16
Yellow Cards
3
1
Corner Kicks
1
7
Saves
6
2
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