The Super Eagles should win a fourth AFCON in Cameroon, according to sports minister Sunday Dare.
Dare set the AFCON target when he hosted the Eagles to a send-forth dinner in Abuja Tuesday night.
“Three times we have been champions of Africa by winning the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), that was in 1980, 1994 and 2013, and many other times we have ended as losing finalists and bronze medalists but we want you to strike gold in Cameroon on the 6th of February, 2022 when the tournament’s final match will be played,” the minister addressed the players.
“We have followed your preparations for this tournament and have seen the challenges that you have faced with the late release from your clubs, the Covid 19 protocols, injuries and other factors, we urge you not to be deterred by these and rather see these obstacles as stepping stones to your success and glory.
“We are also appealing to you to demonstrate that Nigerian spirit of determination, focus, resilience, discipline and conquest on and off the pitch.
“You have to believe in yourselves, be confident in your own abilities and show trust in your coaches and officials.”
The team will depart directly to Garoua later today.
