President Bola Tinubu has commended the Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, for putting behind them the disappointment of their semi-final defeat to host nation Morocco and securing a bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
The President in a congratulatory message issued on Saturday described the team’s third-place finish, achieved against Egypt, as a reflection of resilience, determination and the enduring fighting spirit of Nigerian football.
President Tinubu stated that the Super Eagles players, through their victory, have once again demonstrated the determination, persistence, and can-do spirit associated with our country.
The President further stated in his remarked that despite the Super Eagles good run during the tournament, the Eagles lost the semi-final match to Morocco during the penalty shootout last Wednesday, and Nigerians’ hopes of winning the championship were dashed.
“However, our players remained undaunted, and exhibiting the resilience of the Nigerian spirit, their efforts have now paid off.
“We will all be proud of them as they receive their hard-earned bronze medal on Sunday in Rabat, Morocco.
“”Thank you, our gallant Super Eagles. Thank you, our national team players. This bronze medal surely feels good like gold,” The President added.
The Super Eagles overpowered Egypt, defeating the seven-time AFCON winner, in a penalty shootout after the regular time, in which the Nigerian team dominated.
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