Tunisia vs Nigeria: Bronze medal better than nothing – Okala
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that an Odion Ighalo goal after three minutes of play on Wednesday in Cairo, ensured the Eagles beat their Tunisian counterparts 1-0.
Okala, who helped Nigeria to win their first AFCON title in 1980, told NAN in Enugu shortly after the match, that the encounter was a very difficult one.“Bronze medals are better than coming back with nothing. I must laud the Super Eagles for their commitment. “They have shown patriotism and love for the country in discharging this national assignment on behalf of Nigerians, both at home and abroad,’’ he said.“The senior national team must take patience to study their loopholes, as well as strengths in the entire tournament.
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