Nigeria, Aug. 6 -- Nigeria's campaign at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) got off to a disappointing start as they lost 1-0 to defending champions Senegal in their Group D clash on Tuesday at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar.

A 75th-minute strike from Christian Gomis proved to be the difference, handing Senegal all three points despite Nigeria dominating possession and completing more passes.

The Super Eagles B, who had 59 per cent of the ball and registered 396 passes with a 75 per cent pass accuracy, failed to convert their superiority into goals.

Both teams managed just one shot on target each, but Nigeria committed more fouls (17) and received three yellow cards compared to Senegal's one. Despite their efforts, Eric Chelle...