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South Africa Star, Percy Tau Congratulates Super Eagles Ahead Of 2023 AFCON Final
South African star, Percy Tau who is the reigning African Inter-Club Player of the Year has congratulated the Super Eagles of Nigeria after losing to them on February 7.
Percy Tau and his teammates outplayed the Super Eagles, especially in the first half of the 2023 AFCON semi-final round.
Despite their dominance, they couldn’t prevent the Super Eagles from taking the lead in the second half via a spot kick. Victor Osimhen doubled the lead later but the VAR canceled the goal and awarded a penalty to the Bafana Bafana which led to the equalizer.
After 120 minutes of intense football, the Super Eagles won via a penalty shootout and the Bafana Bafana have to settle for a third-place match against DR Congo at 9 p.m. tonight, February 10.
Ahead of the game, Percy Tau described the feeling of losing to the Super Eagles but didn’t fail to wish them all the best in the final against Ivory Coast at 9 p.m. on February 11.
“It’s sad right now. It doesn’t matter how we played, it would have been nice if we won this one and we have the chances,” Tau said.
“Congratulations to Nigeria and all the best to them in the final. We’ll go again and try for the third place. Hopefully, we will take something home.”
In the semi-final game against the Super Eagles, the South Africans played like they were looking forward to a penalty shootout, especially in extra time.
Most football enthusiasts believed so because, Bafana Bafana goalkeeper, Ronwen Williams saved four penalty kicks against Cape Verde in the semi-finals, hence, he was expected to do the same against Nigeria.
Unfortunately, Williams couldn’t save any of Nigeria’s kicks while the Super Eagles’ goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali saved two of their kicks to send Nigeria to the final.
“He [Williams] tried his best to save some of the penalties but sometimes it happens that it’s not your day”, Percy Tau said.
“He saved us the last time and we’re still happy with him. Congratulations to Nigeria.”
Super Eagles and Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has been dealt a devastating blow, losing his mother barely two months after the passing of his father.
Nwabali shared the heartbreaking news on X on New Year’s day, writing, “Rip mom, worst year of my life already” accompanied by tears and heartbreak emojis.
This emotional post came just hours after he shared a 2024 recap video, expressing optimism for the new year.
“2024 was a good year, we’re doubling everything in 2025. Thank you Chippa United FC. Thank you Super Eagles. Thanks to all my fans. Let’s do more!” he had written earlier.
Nwabali’s father died in November, just hours after the goalkeeper helped the Super Eagles secure a crucial point in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic.
The goalkeeper’s bravery on the field was evident as he manned the goalpost despite his personal loss.
His teammates, fans, and well-wishers rallied around him, offering condolences and support.
With the loss of both parents, Nwabali joins the likes of Victor Osimhen, who has also experienced the pain of losing both parents.
Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappé, shared a rare glimpse of his personal life during an interview with Mouloud Achour on Clique.
The 25-year-old addressed serious allegations about an alleged rape incident in Stockholm but captured attention with his reflections on love and relationships.
When asked about expressing love, the Les Bleus forward shared: “Yes, to my mother, my father, my little brother. I try to give them this affection every day.”
On romantic love, Mbappé revealed to Le Parisien: “Yes, in the past, I have already been in love and I hope that I will be again. But currently, no.”
Watch him speak below:
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Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili made a spectacular debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics, delivering an impressive performance in the women’s 200m event.
After a disappointing setback in the women’s 100m, Ofili showcased her resilience by clinching victory in her heat with a new season’s best time of 22.24 seconds on Sunday, August 4. The victory has qualified her for the 2024 Olympics 200m women’s semi-finals which will take place this evening.
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