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AFCON: ‘Even Pele dey miss penalty’ – Seun Kuti defends Chukwueze amid backlash

AFCON: ‘Even Pele dey miss penalty’ – Seun Kuti defends Chukwueze amid backlash

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Published on 2026-01-15 20:39:45

Famous Nigerian musician, Seun Kuti, has defended Super Eagles’ player, Samuel Chukwueze amid criticism from Nigerians for missing penalty.

DAILY POST reports that Nigeria failed to qualify for the final of the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, competition on Wednesday after losing to the host nation, Morocco.

Morocco defeated Nigeria on penalties during the AFCON semi-final on Wednesday after the match ended goalless.

Nigerian players, Chukwueze and Bruno however missed penalties for the Eagles while the Atlas Lions converted all their kicks.

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