Former Nigerian international, Peter Rufai has commended the efforts of the Super Eagles in their victory against Ivory Coast in Thursday’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Recall that Nigeria took a huge step towards reaching the last 16 with a 1-0 win over their hosts in Group A at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan.

Reacting to the win, Rufai, who was a guest at the AfroSports coverage of the Nations Cup, stated that the players showed great determination against Ivory Coast.

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“I am very impressed with the performance of the Super Eagles because the players took the game to their host. I am happy with their individual and collective display.

“This is a game Nigeria showed great determination from start to finish. I am really proud of their performance.”

The result meant Nigeria drew level with Equatorial Guinea on four points in the group, while Ivory Coast have three with one game to play.

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