Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia
Sudan, on Tuesday, sent Nigeria packing from the on-going African Nations Championship (CHAN), after clipping the wings of the home-based Super Eagles with a crushing 4-0 defeat.
Nigeria has never recorded such a humiliating defeat in the recent times.
The home-based Super Eagles thought they had taken the lead in the 22nd minute when Anthony Ijoma slotted home from a swift counterattack, but the goal was ruled out for offside.
After three minutes, Sudan gained control of the match, and had a breakthrough in the 25th minute with a goal against the Eagles.
Nigeria’s troubles deepened in the 44th minute as Sudan converted from the penalty spot to take a 2-0 lead into the break.
The second half brought no respite for the Nigerians, with Sudan extending their advantage in the 55th minute and adding a fourth goal just seven minutes later in the 62nd minute.
Nigeria remains at the bottom of Group D with zero point and cannot make it past the group stage even if they win their final match against Congo.
Senegal and Sudan are now tied on four points heading into the matchday three fixtures, with Congo in third place on one point.
