Onazi urges Super Eagles to win AFCON for Nigerian fans
Former Super Eagles midfielder Ogenyi Onazi has called on the current squad to win the Africa Cup of Nations as an apology to Nigerians after missing out on World Cup qualification. Onazi believes that victory in Morocco would restore hope and pride to disappointed fans. He emphasized that the team must use this opportunity to redeem themselves and bring joy back to the country. The Super Eagles started their campaign with a win and have more group matches ahead.
Match highlights
- Ogenyi Onazi urged the Super Eagles to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as an apology to Nigerians for failing to qualify for the World Cup.
- He said the tournament in Morocco is a chance to restore hope and pride to fans.
- Nigeria began their campaign with a 2-1 victory over Tanzania at the Complexe Sportif de Fes, with goals from Semi Ajayi and Ademola Lookman.
- The Super Eagles failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after losing to DR Congo in the CAF play-offs.
- The team will face Tunisia on Saturday and Uganda on Tuesday, December 30, in their remaining Group C fixtures.
