Nigeria were back. Missing from the previous edition, they had last graced the World Cup in 2002. Under Lars Lagerbäck, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
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| 1 |
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3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 9 |
| 2 |
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3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -1 | 4 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 5 | -3 | 3 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 1 |
Nigeria's campaign never truly ignited, and a group stage exit brought an early end to their World Cup hopes.
Nigeria endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a narrow 0-1 loss to Argentina, a narrow 1-2 loss to Greece, and a 2-2 draw with Korea Republic. Nigeria's tournament ended at the the opening round, a campaign that never truly got going.
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Winless throughout eliminated in the group stage.
Kalu Uche led Nigeria's attack with 2 goals at the 2010 World Cup. A striker who set the tone early, with goals before the 20th minute that put opponents on the back foot.
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Kaita sent off vs Greece Obasi booked twice.
The tactical mind behind Nigeria's 2010 campaign. Managed 2 nations at World Cups 11 World Cup matches managed in total.
Lars Lagerbäck's team focused on defending solidity amidst attacking flair, but ultimately fell short of points.
