The Minister of Sports activities Improvement, Senator John Owan Enoh, has recommended the Tremendous Eagles of Nigeria for qualifying for the spherical of 16 of the continued AFCON in Ivory Coast.
The minister introduced the award on Tuesday in Abuja.
The Information Company of Nigeria (NAN) studies that the Tremendous Eagles defeated Guinea-Bissau 1-0 of their final Group A match in Abidjan on Monday to complete second within the group and progress to the spherical of 16.
“Congratulations to the Tremendous Eagles on qualifying for the subsequent spherical of 16 after recording a 1-0 win in opposition to Guinea-Bissau on Monday,” he stated.
Enoh expressed optimism that the group has what it takes to final all through the event and take house the trophy on the finish of the event.
“We imagine in you to proceed to provide your finest, play with enthusiasm and take the trophy house.
“Your victory can be a fulcrum of nice alternative for Nigeria and Nigerians.
“Congratulations and 'Let's do it once more!'” he stated
NAN studies that Nigeria completed the group with two wins and a draw, gathering seven factors from three matches and ending second in Group A, behind shock group leaders Equatorial Guinea.
Nigeria will now face the quantity two of Group C within the second spherical.
The ultimate standings in Group C will likely be decided afterward Tuesday.
