Super Eagles’ of Nigeria has paid tribute to fans who died while showing supports and patriotism during last African Cup of Nation Semifinal clash against South Africa.
The then Jose Peseiro boys in an intense duel with Bafana Bafana, rose the heartbeat of soccer loving Nigerians who want nothing but victory. No fewer than five Nigerians reportedly died while watching the penalty shoot-outs after a 1-1 score line at regular time.
Those who died included a stalwart of the All Progressives Congress, Dr Cairo Ojougboh; the Kwara State University Deputy Bursar, Alhaji Ayuba Abdullahi; a sales reprsentatives, Mikhail Osundiji; a serving National Youth Service Corps member, identified simply as Samuel and an Anambra-born businessman based in Cote d’Ivoire, Osondu Nwoye.
“ We honour and remember our beloved supporters and fans who lost one year ago during our semifinal match against South Africa in Bouake. May they Rest In Peace, forever in our hearts,” Super Eagles twitted. Super Eagles however lost 2-1 to host, Ivory Coast during the final clash of the tourney.
The team under the tutelage of new head coach, Eric Chelle, will on March 17 continue their quest for 2026 World Cup ticket. The team will square up against table leader, Rwanda.
