Categories: SPORTS

AFCON 2021: Kanu Nwankwo Reveals Country That Will Win Trophy After Nigeria Defeat Egypt

Former captain of Nigeria national team, Kanu Nwankwo has tipped the current squad to go all the way and win the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

The Super Eagles began their quest for a fourth title in the best possible way, with a 1-0 win over favourites Egypt on Tuesday.

Kelechi Iheanacho netted an outstanding winner in the 30th minute of the game.

Kanu wrote on Instagram after the game: “Well done boys, that is how we do it.

READ ALSO: Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Xavi Names El Clasico Squad For Spanish Super Cup

Sponsored

“One is gone, the game is coming. That is how we are going to do it, the same way and then winning.

“The Cup is coming back.”

Nigeria’s next Group D fixture is against Sudan on Saturday, while Egypt clash with Guinea-Bissau.

SPONSORED
Nobert Okechukwu

Recent Posts

Seek Shettima’s Forgiveness, Sen. Ndume Advises Daniel Bwala

The Senator representing Borno South, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has asked Daniel Bwala, the newly appointed…

3 minutes ago

Tinubu To Receive Indian Prime Minister On Sunday

President Bola Tinubu will on Sunday receive Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, for a state…

3 hours ago

PHOTOS: VP Shettima, Obasanjo, Atiku, Others Storm Kano For Kwankwaso Daughter’s Wedding

Prominent politicians are in Kano for the wedding of the son and daughter of Dahiru…

3 hours ago

Another Set Of Nigerian Girls Trafficked To Ghana Brought Home

Thirteen Nigerian girls who were trafficked to Ghana have been rescued, the Nigerians in Diaspora…

5 hours ago

Abia CP Conducts Operational Patrol After Deadly Attack On Soldiers (Photos)

In response to Wednesday's deadly attack on soldiers, Abia State Police Commissioner, CP Danladi Isa…

19 hours ago

Gunmen Kidnap Labour Party Chieftain In Umuahia

Engr. Augustine Uchenna Stephen, a former aide to Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, the immediate past governor…

21 hours ago