Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Hon. Kabiru Amadu, has charged the Super Eagles to give their all and secure Nigeria’s qualification ticket as they face DR Congo in Sunday’s decisive FIFA World Cup intercontinental playoff final.
Amadu, who represents Gusau and Tsafe Federal Constituency in Zamfara State, said he is confident the Nigerian team has what it takes to triumph. In a statement released by his media aide, Niyi Busari, the lawmaker praised the Super Eagles for their impressive 4–1 victory over Gabon in Thursday’s semifinal but cautioned that the final challenge must be handled with total concentration.
“First of all, I congratulate the Super Eagles for beating Gabon to reach Sunday’s final,” he said. “However, the job is not yet done. Nigeria undoubtedly has the quality to win, but the team must not underrate the Congolese. They should approach the match with the same energy and determination displayed against Benin Republic and Gabon.”
Nigeria’s journey to the final was marked by late drama. Akor Adams opened the scoring in the 78th minute before Gabon’s Mario Lemina forced the game into extra time with a late equaliser. Chidera Ejuke restored Nigeria’s lead, and Victor Osimhen sealed the victory with two superb goals.
DR Congo booked their place in the final after edging Cameroon 1–0, courtesy of a stoppage-time winner from their captain, Chancel Mbemba. The Congolese side is pushing to qualify for only its second FIFA World Cup, with their last appearance dating back to 1974.
The Super Eagles will battle DR Congo for the World Cup ticket on Sunday at the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 pm.
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