The Super Eagles of Nigeria today lifted the 2013 Africa Nations Cup in South Africa.
The Stephen Okechukwu led team defeated the Stallions of Burkina Faso by 1-0 in a very keenly contested match. The lone was converted by Sunday Mbah in the 40th minute.
This is the third time Nigeria is winning the tournament with previous success in 1980 and 1994. The coach Stephen Keshi was amazingly the captain of the team that won the tournament the last time out in Tunisia. For the Burkinabes this was their first ever appearance in the final and they did give a good account of themselves with their superlative performance.
Crowds thronged the streets of major towns in Nigeria in apparent celebratory mood. In a country with a lot of social, ethnic and religous challenges, football has become a binding factor for it's people. This trophy has not only restored Nigeria's unity but has redeemed their image in the footballing world.
Conratulations to the Super Eagles of Nigeria from the i-inspire Naija team. Thanks for making us proud.
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