Bassey is not ready and other reactions as the Super Eagles lose back to back friendly games.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria suffered a 1-0 loss to Ecuador in a friendly fixture played in the early hours of Friday, June 3, 2022.
The Super Eagles aimed to bounce back after a disappointing 2-1 loss to the El Tri of Mexico in Dallas, Texas.
The Super Eagles faced a hostile atmosphere at the Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey.
New Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro could not avoid defeat in his second game in charge.
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Reactions as Super Eagles lose again
Villareal defender Pervis Estupinan converted a cross by Angel Mena to put Ecuador in front as early as the third minute.
The Super Eagles were unable to recover from the early deficit as they suffered their second loss in the United States of America (USA).
Nigerians have been down on the team ever since they failed to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
However, back to back losses against Mexico and Ecuador has Nigerians worried about the quality of the team and tactical approach of the new coach Peseiro.
See reactions to the loss against Ecuador below
After the losses to Mexico and Ecuador the Super Eagles return to Nigeria to take on Sierra Leone in their first group game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.