Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-02-12 23:41:59
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is preparing for an emergency meeting to determine the fate of Jose Peseiro’s contract with the Super Eagles after the conclusion of the 34th Africa Cup of Nations. The decision whether to extend his contract or allow him to leave will be carefully considered.
Following the conclusion of the 34th Africa Cup of Nations, Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured the players of the Super Eagles and their officials that the Federal Government will compensate them for their efforts. This gesture is meant to acknowledge and appreciate the hard work and dedication of the team during the tournament, which ended in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire on Sunday.
Despite the Super Eagles’ 1-2 defeat to the host nation, Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire, in the finals of the 34th African Cup of Nations, Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, expressed his admiration for the team’s performance. He described the team as impressive, acknowledging their efforts and resilience throughout the tournament.
Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae praised his team of “miracle survivors” after the host country achieved one of the greatest turnarounds in major tournament history to win the Africa Cup of Nations. Their victory came after defeating Nigeria 2-1 in Sunday’s final, marking an impressive performance by the Ivorian team.
In a tragic incident, a footballer was struck by lightning during a match in Indonesia and subsequently died after being rushed to the hospital. The football match, which was a friendly between FLO FC Bandung and FBI Subang, took place at Siliwangi Stadium in Bandung, West Java. A video capturing the moment showed the 34-year-old victim collapsing after being struck by lightning.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is currently making preparations for an emergency meeting to determine the future of Jose Peseiro’s contract with the Super Eagles. After the conclusion of the 34th Africa Cup of Nations, the decision to either extend his contract or part ways will be deliberated upon, signifying a critical moment for the team.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has taken the initiative to assure the players of the Super Eagles and their officials that the Federal Government intends to compensate them for their efforts during the 34th Africa Cup of Nations. This gesture serves as a token of appreciation for the hard work and dedication displayed by the team throughout the tournament, which came to a close in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire on Sunday.
Despite the Super Eagles’ 1-2 defeat to the host nation, Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire, in the finals of the 34th African Cup of Nations, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori praised the team’s performance as impressive. He commended the team for their efforts and resilience displayed throughout the tournament, acknowledging their impactful contributions.
Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae commended his team of “miracle survivors” after they achieved one of the greatest turnarounds in major tournament history by winning the Africa Cup of Nations. Their victory came after defeating Nigeria 2-1 in Sunday’s final, an achievement that exemplified remarkable determination and skill on the part of the Ivorian team.
Tragically, a footballer was struck by lightning during a match in Indonesia and subsequently passed away after being rushed to the hospital. The match, a friendly between FLO FC Bandung and FBI Subang, took place at Siliwangi Stadium in Bandung, West Java. Video footage capturing the incident showed the 34-year-old victim collapsing after being struck by lightning. This unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of sports and the risks involved in playing the game.
