What were the lessons learnt as Nigeria survived Libya's revival in Sfax, Tunisia to win 3-2 and go top of Group E?

#1  Keeping things simple pays, Ighalo   A review of Odion Ighalo's best performances and goals during his time at Watford would have revealed the many trademark feints and stepovers he performed before scoring or going close. Prior to the double-header against Libya, he'd struggled to replicate this impact with the Super Eagles, with a larger percentage of his strikes coming from the penalty spot. The much maligned striker dropped the complex movements for the simplest, clinical touches during this internaitonal break, and it yielded four goals in as many days. However, he saved the best for the last in Sfax. With nine minutes left on the clock and Nigeria's two-goal lead cancelled, the in-form Changchun Yatai striker shimmied past two Libyan defenders and slotted in the winner - his fifth goal in two games. The strike will bring confidence back to the former Premier League predator, and should remind him of how simplicity is often key when converting chances.

#2  Not trying at all is Kalu's surest way out of the team   While Ighalo's cutting down on his excesses yielded five goals over the course of four days, Samuel Kalu’s decision to play it safe in Sfax saw him stay on the periphery during his 78 minute on the pitch. In Uyo, the Bordeaux livewire, despite scoring a lovely goal, was criticised for often trying too hard, and that might have informed his cautious approach in Tuesday's reverse fixture. He didn't attempt to take on defenders as often, and lacked directness as he often sought Ola Aina with a simple ball. With Henry Onyekuru and Moses Simon waiting on the wings, Kalu's deterioration may well cost him a starting spot. He’s a renowned dribbler, and the only thing he needs to cut from his game is the desperation he showed in the 4-0 win, not the willingness he displayed before that.

#3  Nigeria can play ball, and should always do   Libya did most of the playing in Sfax, with Ahmad Benali (an ersatz David Silva) running the show. The Super Eagles had started the game on the front foot with their quick passes, and movement in midfield causing the Libyans difficulties. They duly - and uncharacteristically - took the lead. Nigeria taking the initiative early on isn't something we've seen often, but they showed they can play the ball and should always strive for possession when they don't have it.

#4  Ogu continues to prove he's more than the Eagles' cheerleader   Had Nigeria ended with a 2-2 draw in Sfax, Rohr would have had himself to blame. Many said would say he hadn't learnt much from the painful loss to Argentina in the summer, in terms of game management, and he appeared set to be proved true. After halving the deficit in the 35th minute, the Libyans grew into the game with Benali and tormentor-in-chief Mohamed Anis Saltou exerting their influence on the Super Eagles midfield and defence respectively. Only then did Ogu come on to restore calm to a battered side. He stymied the North Africans’ progression and It wasn't long till Ighalo scored the winner. The cheerful Hapoel Be'er Sheva midfielder, for all of Rohr's excuses not to have him a regular shirt, is one of the German's trusted legs, particularly in times of trouble.

#5  Another decent game for comfortable Jamilu Collins   Nigeria's defence was battered and the Eagles defenders did begin to creak under pressure against Libya. Ola Aina was constantly caught out of position, Uzoho, again, was jittery, Leon Balogun and William Troost-Ekong were unlucky with Omar Al-Maryami’s decision to start Mohamed Zubya alongside Anis Saltou, and Jamilu Collins experienced his first true test in Super Eagles colours. While the new left-back didn't enjoy such luxury as his opposite number Aina, who had Ekong and Kalu, on occasion, cover for him, the Paderborn man was disciplined and minimized the danger coming from his side. Again, he was comfortable with the ball at his feet, passed out of danger, and Ahmed Musa should thank him for making things easier with assured short and forward passes. This was his second consecutive competitive game and he's surely now edging Brian Idowu out of the side.