Kevin Kilbane
Former Republic of Ireland midfielder on MOTD

"What a break by Paul Pogba. Struck it well and brilliant save by Vincent Enyeama. He is possibly the best African goalkeeper we have ever seen."

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BBC World Service football reporter John Bennett in Brasilia: "Incredible atmosphere here. Before realising it was offside, the Brazilian fans cheered that Nigeria goal like it was a goal for Brazil.

"Amazing how much support the Brazilian fans are giving Nigeria. France must feel like they're playing away from home. A lot of love for African teams here in Brasilia. They were chanting for Ghana last week."

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Sensational stop by Vincent Enyeama to keep out Paul Pogba's volley close to the penalty spot.

We've seen some brilliant saves at this tournament. That was right up there.

This match is being played at helter-skelter pace. Another cracker.

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Former Wales midfielder Robbie Savage
BBC Radio 5 live analyst

"I think Emenike is half a yard offside - good call from the linesman. Great finish though. Musa is staying really high up the pitch on the left and Odemwingie is doing the same on the right. When Odemwingie drifts inside, that allows right-back Ambrose, who usually plays centre-back for Celtic, so much space down that right-hand side. Nigeria in control of this game."

Kevin Kilbane
Former Republic of Ireland midfielder on MOTD

"It was tight, really tight. Great ball in from Ahmed Musa, but good organisation from the France defence there. Patrice Evra could see Emenike was offside and the defence allowed him to be. Good organisation and good decision."

Dave Hawthorne:, external Patrice Evra is such a weak link for France, just like he was for Manchester United last season, so lazy! Glad we signed Luke Shaw.

Daniel Woodley:, external Nigeria are a completely different side to what we saw in their first group stage game. Stephen Keshi deserves a lot of credit.

Shohidur Rahman:, external Manchester United let Paul Pogba go for free. Alex Ferguson then chose Phil Jones over Raphael Varane and Bebe over James Rodriguez. Not great.

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There's an explosion of noise as Nigeria have the ball in the back of the net. Danger man Emmanuel Emenike stabs home Ahmed Musa's low ball into the French area but a linesman's flag comes to the rescue of Les Bleus.

Adama SB Gimba:, external Based on how the French play, they will definitely defeat Nigeria.

Abubakar Aliyu:, external Nigeria do not fear of France. We'll give them a good thrashing. Up Super Eagles.

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Peter Odemwingie whips in the set-piece and John Mikel Obi is in a good position but cannot direct his header on target.

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Nigeria are down to 10 men as Ogenyi Onazi goes off for treatment but returns after a few minutes.

African drums are beating. Nigeria will be pleased with the start they have made here.

Oh. Oh. Danger for France.

Paul Pogba runs into trouble and gifts Nigeria possession. They attack with pace and power, Yohan Cabaye hauls down Emmanuel Emenike. Free-kick to Nigeria in a dangerous position.

Former Wales midfielder Robbie Savage
BBC Radio 5 live analyst

"The temperature is a bit cooler here in Brasilia - it is not as hot as we thought. But with France resting several players for their final group game, I think that gives them a slight advantage.

"You can see when Giroud controls the ball that Valbuena and Matuidi look to join him - very interesting start from the French. But there's a lot of space on that Nigerian right-hand side as they look to isolate Evra."

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Victor Moses is keen to make up for lost time.

The Chelsea man missed the defeat by Argentina but is causing problems with his pace as he tries to penetrate the French defence.

There's a huge roar each time a green shirt receives the ball inside the French half. There's no doubt who the neutrals are supporting.

Former England captain Rio Ferdinand
MOTD

"Karim Benzema will be a deciding factor for me. He is one of the best number nines in world football. He is clinical and somebody who is irresistible when he is on his game. I think the French will have too much for Nigeria."

Martin Keown
Former England defender on MOTD

"Brasilia is the best stadium I have been to. The angle of the crowd in the stands to people on the pitch is tremendous and it makes for an excellent atmosphere."

Barry, Somerset: So far all four group winners have progressed into the quarter finals. I expect nothing less from France, Germany, Argentina and Belgium. When did this last happen?

Kevin Kilbane
Former Republic of Ireland midfielder on MOTD

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"We are expecting a really attacking and open game here with both sides going for it. I think the counter is key for both sides, but especially Nigeria. They will rely on the pace of Ahmed Musa, Emmanuel Emenike and Peter Odemwingie when they get into the final third."

Vital interception from Joseph Yobo as France continue their high-voltage start.

Olivier Giroud is causing problems inside the African area. Nigeria, in their all green strip, are on the back-foot in these early exchanges.

Le crunch! A strong challenge by Juwon Oshaniwa in the opening seconds as Nigeria show they mean business.

France are already building an early head of steam with Paul Pogba and Karim Benzema teasing and tormenting on the edge of Nigeria's penalty area.

We are under way in the battle to face Germany or Algeria in the quarter-finals.

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Former England captain Rio Ferdinand
MOTD

"Every first-team member at Manchester United was in no doubt as to how good Paul Pogba could be. It was a disappointing that he left the club, I'm not sure of the exact circumstances but what is for sure is that United made a mistake in letting him go.

"He told me before he left that he wanted to be the best player in the world. I'm not sure he will do that but he definitely could be the best midfielder in the world."