A former Green Eagles captain, Dr. Segun Odegbami, has predicted that Nigeria and host Cote d’ Ivoire will contest the finale of the ongoing 34th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Prior to the commencement of the tournament in Cote d’Ivoire, the one named ‘The Mathematical’ by the late ace commentator, Ernest Okonkwo, had told everyone who cared to listen that Nigeria would be champions of Africa after February 11 – the day of the Final match scheduled for the Stade Olympique Alassane Ouattara.
However, only very few believed him but gradually what the football legend saw long ago is coming to pass as the Super Eagles are now only two matches away from their fourth AFCON title.
“I said long before the finals that we would be champions of Africa. Many people thought I was just sounding off. Now, they are seeing their light. Everyone appears to believe now that the Super Eagles can do it.
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“Now that we are in the semi-finals, I am seeing that we are going to be playing the host nation, Cote d’Ivoire in the Final. We are beating South Africa and Cote d’Ivoire will beat Democratic Republic of Congo. The stage is set for a classic Final match on February 11,” said the 71- year old Odegbami in a chat with thenff.com.
It will be recalled that ICC Shooting Stars of Ibadan legend won the Africa Cup of Nations gold and two bronze medals in seven years of energetic and diligent service to Nigeria in international football at senior level.
