President Buhari sends message to Super Eagles for defeating Sudan to reach CHAN final

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- President Buhari applauded the home-based Super Eagles for reaching the 2018 Championship of African Nations final

- The president said their hard work was worthy of emulation, urging them to come home with the trophy

- He also urged them to remain focused and determined as they go for Gold

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the home-based Super Eagles of Nigeria for their victory over Sudan in the semi-final of the 2018 Championship of African Nations (CHAN) in Marrakesh, Morocco.

Nigeria defeated Sudan by a single goal in a tense match on Wednesday, January 31, and will face Morocco on Sunday, February 4.

In a statement released by Femi Adesina who is the special adviser to the president on media and publicity, Buhari congratulated the players and said their hard work was worthy of emulation.

He urged them to remain focused and bring back the trophy.

Read the statement below:

"President Muhammadu Buhari congratulates the home-based Super Eagles of Nigeria on their victory over Sudan in the semi-final of the 2018 Championship of African Nations (CHAN) in Marrakesh, Morocco.

President Buhari joins millions of football loving Nigerians in celebrating the dogged performance of the team which qualified them for the final on Sunday with Morocco.

Having keenly followed the team’s progress throughout the tournament with delight, the President commends their hardwork, dedication, discipline and indomitable spirit, which are truly worthy of emulation.

President Buhari urges the players and the coaching crew to remain focused and determined as they go for Gold in the final match on Sunday.

The President assures them of the unflinching support, goodwill and prayers of the Federal Government and all Nigerians as they soar to victory."

NAIJ.com had reported that the Super Eagles team B qualified for the final of the 2018 CHAN championship going on in Morocco after beating Sudan 1-0 in their semi final game played on Wednesday night, January 31.

Nigeria started the match impressive with the duo of Kano Pillars' star Rabiu Ali and Ekundayo Ojo in their best form in the midfield.

Super Eagles eventually got their goal in the 16th minute when Rabiu Ali and Anthony Okpotu combined well to set up Gabriel Okechukwu who wasted no time to score.

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