In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu praised the Eagles for their efforts in the World Cup qualifying campaign despite their heartbreaking loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday night.

“The Super Eagles must be commended for putting forth their best efforts to secure a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup,” the President said.

“While it is painful that Nigeria will miss the tournament for the second consecutive time, we must recognize the hard work and determination displayed by the team, especially after their victory in the first playoff match.”

The Nigerian team’s World Cup hopes were dashed following a dramatic penalty shootout defeat in Morocco. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with DR Congo winning 4-3 on penalties and advancing to the Inter-Confederation playoff round.

President Tinubu urged the team to recover quickly and prepare strategically for AFCON 2025. “We must now plug all loopholes,” he noted. “Our football administrators, players, and stakeholders must return to the drawing board. The focus must now be on recovering lost glory at the Africa Cup of Nations.”

He reaffirmed his support for the team and encouraged continued backing from fans and stakeholders across the nation.

“Nigerians must keep believing in our team. The Super Eagles have what it takes to bounce back stronger.”

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Lionel Messi gave himself one last shot at World Cup glory as he and Julian Alvarez scored to secure a place for Argentina.They will face either France or Morocco, who play in Wednesday’s semi-final, on Sunday.

Messi fired into the top corner from the penalty Lionel Messi gave himself one last shot at World Cup glory as he and Julian Alvarez scored for spot (34) against the run of play to open the scoring after Man City striker Alvarez earned a debatable penalty following a collision with Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic.

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Youssef En-Nesyri’s header three minutes before half-time was the only goal of a 1-0 victory that was greeted with jubilation by the massed ranks of Morocco fans in the Al Thumama Stadium.

Cristiano Ronaldo was again left out of the starting line-up but came on early in the second half for his 196th international appearance, equalling the men’s world record of Kuwait’s Badr Al-Mutawa.

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The tournament kicks off on Monday November 21 at the Al Bayt stadium in Al Khor when hosts Qatar take on Ecuador at the Al Bayt Stadium.

England will also feature on the first day with their Group B match against Iran scheduled to take place just eight days after the Premier League shuts down.

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