Super Eagles Pay Tributes To APC Chieftain, Others Who Died During AFCON 2023 Semifinal Clash

Super Eagles Pay Tributes To APC Chieftain, Others Who Died During AFCON 2023 Semifinal Clash

By Bola Akanji

Super Eagles of Nigeria has paid tribute to fans who died while showing support and patriotism during the last African Cup of Nation Semifinal clash against South Africa, BSNSports.com.ng has gathered.

The then Jose Peseiro boys, in an intense duel with Bafana Bafana, rose the heartbeats 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 scoreline 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 representative, Mikhail Osundiji; a serving National Youth Service Corps member, identified simply as Samuel and 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 tweeted.

 Super Eagles, however, lost 2-1 to host Ivory Coast during the final clash of the tourney.

The team, under the tutelage of the new head coach, Eric Chelle, will on March 17 continue their quest for the 2026 World Cup ticket.

The team will square up against the table leader, Rwanda.