Former Tremendous Eagles striker Benedict Akwuegbu has thrown his weight behind Nigeria as sturdy contenders to carry the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy, following the crew’s dominant show in Morocco.
Popularly often called the “Austrian Bomber” throughout his enjoying days, Akwuegbu made the daring prediction after the Tremendous Eagles sealed their quarterfinal berth with an emphatic 4–0 victory over Mozambique’s Black Mambas on Monday night.
Talking after the match, the ex-international expressed delight with the crew’s efficiency, describing it as an announcement of intent and a transparent reflection of the Tremendous Eagles’ pedigree.
“That is the sort of commanding efficiency we anticipate from the Tremendous Eagles,” Akwuegbu mentioned. “They dominated from begin to end and gave their opponents little or no room to function. That degree of management may be very spectacular.”
The previous striker, who has since transitioned into healthcare and is at the moment a licensed nurse in London, additionally revealed he’s pursuing a Grasp’s diploma at Anglia Ruskin College, UK. Regardless of his profession shift, Akwuegbu stays a eager observer of Nigerian soccer and believes the present squad has what it takes to go all the best way.
“That efficiency was an emphatic assertion,” he added. “If they’ll maintain this degree within the remaining matches, I’m tipping them to win the cup.”
Nigeria will face the winner of the quarterfinal conflict between Algeria and DR Congo within the race for a spot within the semifinals.
The Tremendous Eagles are amongst a number of heavyweights already by means of to the final eight, together with hosts Morocco, Senegal, Mali, Egypt, and Cameroon. The remaining two quarterfinal slots are set to be selected Tuesday, with Côte d’Ivoire taking over Burkina Faso, whereas Algeria battle DR Congo.
With confidence rising across the Nigerian camp, Akwuegbu’s endorsement provides to the idea that the Tremendous Eagles could also be poised for an additional continental triumph if their momentum continues.
