Nigeria’s President has congratulated the Super Eagles following their bronze medal finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), praising the team’s resilience and fighting spirit throughout the tournament.
In a message shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday, the President commended the national team for their determination despite suffering a heartbreaking defeat to Morocco in the semi-finals.
“I congratulate our gallant Super Eagles on their hard-earned bronze medal at AFCON 2025,” the President wrote. “Despite the heartbreak of the semi-final loss to Morocco, our Super Eagles showed resilience, overcame Egypt, and made us proud. This bronze medal surely feels good like gold.”
The Super Eagles bounced back strongly from their semi-final disappointment by securing victory in the third-place playoff, a result that underscored the team’s mental strength and commitment to national pride. Their performance against Egypt, one of Africa’s most decorated football nations, was widely praised by fans and analysts alike.
Nigeria’s journey at AFCON 2025 was marked by moments of brilliance, discipline, and unity, as the team navigated a competitive field filled with strong contenders. Although the ultimate goal of lifting the trophy narrowly slipped away, the bronze medal finish represents a positive outcome and a foundation to build upon ahead of future international competitions.
Football fans across the country have taken to social media to celebrate the team’s achievement, applauding the players and technical crew for restoring confidence in Nigerian football.
The President concluded his message by congratulating the entire nation, noting that the Super Eagles’ performance once again demonstrated the unifying power of football in Nigeria.
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