Former Senate President David Mark has expressed his excitement over the performance of the Super Eagles in the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) competition. In a statement released on Friday, Mark charged the team to bring home the trophy in Sunday’s final.
Mark, a sports enthusiast, hailed the Super Eagles for their victory over Bafana Bafana of South Africa in the semi-final on Wednesday, describing it as a memorial of honor to Nigeria. He urged the team to maintain their winning spirit as they prepare to face Ivory Coast in the final.
In his statement, Mark commended the players and officials of the Super Eagles for their remarkable and dramatic victory, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming final. “The match was full of suspense, twists and turns but in the end, Nigeria triumphed. This victory is hard won. We cannot take it for granted,” he said.
He went on to express pride in the team’s progress, urging them to go for the gold and bring the trophy home. Mark also singled out Super Eagles’ head coach, Jose Peseiro, for his hard work and inspiration to the players, praising his result-oriented strategy.
“You have all displayed the can-do spirit of Nigerians to the whole world. Go into the final with full determination and team spirit,” Mark added.
This is not the first time Senator Mark has shown his support for the Super Eagles. Prior to the start of the tournament, he sent a goodwill message to the team, urging them to carry the hopes and dreams of over 200 million Nigerians and their supporters from around the world.
As the Super Eagles prepare for the final showdown, they can draw inspiration from the words of encouragement from a distinguished figure like Senator David Mark. With his unwavering support and belief in the team’s abilities, the players are motivated to give their all on the pitch.
The AFCON final is set to be a thrilling and intense match, and the Super Eagles will undoubtedly be fueled by the support of their fans and well-wishers, including Senator Mark. As they aim to clinch the trophy, the team will carry the hopes of an entire nation on their shoulders.
In conclusion, Senator Mark’s message serves as a rallying call for the Super Eagles to go for victory all the way. With the backing of a former Senate President and the entire nation, the team is poised to make history in the AFCON final.
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