Chairman of the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC), Habu Gumel, has urged the Tremendous Eagles to stay targeted and decided because the staff progresses in its quest to win the fourth Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title .
The Information Company of Nigeria (NAN) experiences that the Tremendous Eagles on Monday night certified for the 2023 AFCON spherical after a solitary aim defeat to Guinea-Bissau of their remaining Group A match on the event.
The win moved the Eagles into second place behind Equatorial Guinea, who defeated hosts Ivory Coast 4-0 in their very own remaining Group A match.
Gumel, in an announcement issued by Tony Nezianya, Public Relations Officer (PRO), NOC, due to this fact, known as on the staff to persevere and concentrate on successful the trophy because the staff progressed within the event.
“The highway to the highest is rarely straightforward, and the challenges will solely get more durable from right here on out,” Gumel mentioned.
He counseled the Tremendous Eagles for his or her excellent efficiency in the course of the event whereas acknowledging the extraordinary help and fervour from the devoted followers at house.
“Qualifying to the final 16 is a exceptional achievement and we’re extraordinarily pleased with the staff's dedication and exhausting work.
“The help of the followers and their unwavering perception within the staff has undoubtedly propelled them to higher heights.
“We encourage you all to proceed to rally behind the Tremendous Eagles as they try to carry glory to our nation.
“Now we have full confidence within the capability of our gamers and training employees to excel. We imagine that with unity and perseverance they will go all the way in which and safe their fourth AFCON title.
“Allow us to proceed to indicate our unwavering help and perception within the gamers and administration of the staff as they try to carry house the trophy and make Nigeria proud,” he added.
