Nigeria Captain William Troost-Ekong Wins AFCON Player of the Tournament
He scored the only goal in the group game against hosts and eventual champions Cote d’Ivoire before repeating the feat in the final.
He scored the only goal in the group game against hosts and eventual champions Cote d’Ivoire before repeating the feat in the final.
The hosts came from behind with Sebastian Haller stabbing in the winner in the 81st minute.
He had recently expressed confidence in Nigeria’s victory, echoing his campaign slogan, “AWALOKAN.
Reports say it would be difficult making it to the game even with tickets, as it is a struggle getting into the city.
Akin Abayomi advised the residents to seek prompt medical attention if they experience any unusual symptoms or discomfort.
“Winning the AFCON and touching the trophy is an unforgettable experience. Omeruo and myself experienced that when we won in South Africa.”
Government called on Nigerians to raise their voices in encouragement, and create a wave of national pride that will propel the team to glory.
A number of host nations have had the trophy displayed in front of their passionate fans and yet failed to get their hands on the prize. The last of these was Nigeria in 2000.
“Let us allow the boys to concentrate and focus hard on the task at hand. No frivolous visits to the team camp should be allowed.”
“It is the overpowering conviction that we can get things done with our will-power, hard work, diligence and perseverance.”
“I was mocked by my FIFA colleagues for Nigeria’s absence at the World Cup, I can now face them and say the team is back.”
“Go… Soar in the AFCON Finals. Well done, boys!”
The hosts will look for revenge against their unbeaten rivals in a rematch of the group game they lost 1-0.
Kelechi Iheanacho capped his first tournament appearance with the winning penalty.
A goat and a white cow painted in green-white-green and the APC emblem have been slaughtered for the after-match feast.
The Nigerian High Commission in South Africa warned Nigerian fans to refrain from boisterous celebrations if their team wins.
“He has joined the team in Bouaké and has trained with the squad today (Tuesday).”
Eto’o played at four World Cups for Cameroon between 1998 and 2014 and won the African player of the year a record four times.
Wednesday’s clash is being billed as the more explosive of the two semi-finals, given the pedigree, rivalry and ambition of the two teams.
Alves could face up 12 years in prison if found guilty.
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