Finidi George Rates Benjamin Tanimu’s Performance in Nigeria’s Win Over Ghana in Morocco

• Finidi George has shared his thoughts on Benjamin Tanimu's performance against Ghana
• The former Bendel Insurance star was a starter on his debut for the Nigerian national team
• The former Real Betis forward also disclosed why Tanzanian-based defender was called up

Super Eagles interim coach, Finidi George, rated Benjamin Tanimu's performance in Nigeria's win over Ghana in an international friendly on Friday.

The three-time African champions ended their 18-year winless run against the Black Stars, with Cyriel Dessers and Ademola Lookman scoring the goals to earn the victory.

One of the game's major highlights was Tanimu making his debut for the Super Eagles as a starter against the Black Stars.

After the game, Finidi disclosed why the former Bendel Insurance defender was called up in the first place.

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"Great. He is a player I wanted while he was still at Bendel Insurance, but it didn't work out," he said.

"With all the injuries that we had, we had to look for a player that can substitute, and it came to my mind to invite him, and he's doing so well in his club in Tanzania, so why not."

According to a report by All Nigeria Soccer, Finidi was also asked to rate Tanimu's performance.

"Not bad. Being his first time, it's not easy wearing that national colours, but overall, I would give him credit," he added.

"It's not a bad one for the first time wearing that jersey, to be there and up and doing, it's a great thing."

Tanimu was on the pitch for 78 minutes before being substituted for Lookman, who later scored the game's second goal.

There is a possibility for the Ihefu SC star will feature in Super Eagles next friendly game against Mali in a few days.

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Sports Brief earlier listed the five best players in Nigeria's clash with Ghana at the Stade de Marrakech, Morocco.

Tanimu was named among the best players in the match after producing a stellar performance on his debut against the Black Stars.