Nigerian keeper lends credence to match-fixing rumors by hurling ball into own goal

[UTVolCountry]

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The referee disallowed the goal, calling a foul on Scotland, but Ejide's intent appears clear: He's throwing that ball toward his own net.

Nigeria equalized in the 41st minute, sending the game into halftime all squared. However, Scotland retook the lead in the 52nd minute when — you guessed it — Nigerian defender Azubuike Egwuekwe registered an own goal.

It's not clear whether there will be any ramifications for Ejide's actions, but with the World Cup only two weeks away, the stakes for the keeper and the entire Nigerian national team are incredibly high.

That's fucked up.

 

[RegentDenali]

Hopefully Ghana has been paid off to do this vs USA at the WC.