Tunisia fought back to earn a 1-1 draw against Nigeria when both sides met on Friday at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Rwanda.
Nigeria went ahead through Elvis Chikatara in the 51st minute, but Tunisia levelled in the 69th minute when Ahmed Akaichi headed in. Akaichi almost grabbed a winner for Tunisia, but a goal-line clearance by Kalu saved the day.
Meanwhile, Guinea and Niger drew 2-2 in the sides’ second Group C matches, with Guinea equalizing twice in the game.
These results mean Nigeria will stay on top of the group, with four points, while Tunisia moves to second on two points. Guinea is third-place with two points, and Niger is fourth with a single point.
The final matches in Group C are on Tuesday when Nigeria play Guinea and Tunisia face Niger.
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