Nigerians are still in celebration mode after the Super Eagles clinched the first spot in the Semi-finals of the 2023 African Cup of Nations with a triumphant 1-0 victory over Angola in the quarter-finals.
The victory was made possible with Ademola Lookman’s decisive first-half goal. The celebration that followed the win brought a heartwarming moment as Nigerian Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, was seen giving his teammate, Victor Osimhen, a piggyback ride in celebration of their success.
The adorable gesture did not go unnoticed, drawing the attention of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), which took to social media to share the moment.
CAF’s tweet emphasized the legendary camaraderie among Nigerian teammates. The world football body’s tweet read: “🇳🇬 That’s what brothers do, hold each other up!”
The reaction from CAF resonated across social media, sparking various responses from Nigerians and football enthusiasts who commended the display of brotherly love between Nwabali and Osimhen, with some hailing them as great players.
The social media reactions captured a mix of emotions, with many expressing admiration for the brotherly love and unity displayed by the Super Eagles.
The gesture between Nwabali and Osimhen not only show the joy of victory but also the bonds of friendship and support that contribute to the team’s success.
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