The Super Eagles’ chances of progressing to the next round went up in flames after Marcos Rojo’s late effort secured maximum points for La Albiceleste
Ousted Nigeria were limited in experience and Argentina deserved to go through, according to ex-international Austin 'Jay Jay' Okocha.
A late sublime effort from Marcos Rojo broke the hearts of a resilient Super Eagles as La Albiceleste progressed through to the last 16 of the World Cup at their expense.
Lionel Messi had broken the deadlock for the South Americans in the first half but Victor Moses revived the Super Eagles' chances of qualification to the knockout stages after converting from the spot in the 51st minute.