Nigeria's Ahmed Musa dazzled in the Volgograd heat as his second-half double secured a 2-0 victory over Iceland in Group D.
Victor Moses -7
Found more space on the right in the second half and utilized it to set up Musa's opener. Led by example to drive the team forward.
John Obi Mikel -6.5
Looked far more comfortable in a deeper role. Kept things simple with some tidy passes at the base of midfield.
Wilfred Ndidi -6
Was bypassed at times in the first half as both teams went direct. Full of energy and made some important interceptions as the game opened up.
Oghenekaro Etebo - 6.5
Full of energy and found more space to run into after the break. His confidence on the ball improved as the match wore on.
Ahmed Musa - 8.5
A constant threat, making menacing runs off the ball to stretch Iceland's backline . Deserved his two goals, both of which were finished superbly.
Kelechi Iheanacho - 7
Worked well with Musa as the pair created space for one another upfront.
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Tyronne Ebuehi - 5.5
Replaced Idowu at the break and slotted into the left wing-back position. Conceded the penalty with a clumsey challange.
Odion Ighalo N/A
Replaced Iheanacho with five minutes to go.
Alex Iwobi N/A
Replaced Etebo in stoppage-time.
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