Raphael Onyedika claimed the Man of the Match award following the Super Eagles’ 3–1 victory over the Cranes of Uganda.
Onyedika, who made his maiden AFCON appearance in the match, scored a brace for the Super Eagles. He also formed an effective partnership with Fisayo Dele-Bashiru in midfield.
The midfielder was in action for the full duration of the game.
Before the encounter, the 24-year-old had scored only once for the three-time African champions. That goal came in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in March 2024.
Onyedika has now made 19 appearances for the Super Eagles.
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