THE Super Eagles B of Nigeria began their 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) on a losing note, going down to a 1-0 defeat againt Senegal tonight in Zanzibar.
Senegal, the defending champions of the tournament meant for only players featuring in their domestic leagues, scored with their only shot on target.
Super Eagles B goalkeeper Lawal Mustapha strayed out of his goalpost and charged out, enabling the Senegalese striker Christian Gomis to score into an unguarded net with 15 minutes left on the clock.
Before his costly error, Super Eagles goalkeeper Mustapha read well a good cross from the left in the 21st minute, and in the 33rd minute, the Lions of Teranga came close again from a free-kick on the right.
The Super Eagles B also created their own opportunities, but their West African rivals defended well and thwarted them.
Senegal almost doubled their lead just before full-time with a flowing team move, but the Nigeria defence cleared their lines.
Defeat means the Super Eagles B are bottom of Group D without a point, following the earlier 1-1 draw between Congo and Sudan which meant the two teams shared the spoils.
Next up for the Super Eagles B is their second match of the group phase against Sudan, also at the Amaan Stadium next Tuesday.