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The Super Eagles of Nigeria were hosted to a grand reception by staff of Johnwood Hotel by Bolton in Abuja Thursday night after they defeated Sierra Leone 2-1.
In a two minutes’ video shared online, the staff lined up to form an isle at the entrance of the hotel, clapping and making sounds of jubilation as the Super Eagles players walked through their midst. They were thereafter treated to special mouth-watering delicacies.
As one of the Match Day 1 fixtures of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers, the Nigerian team had laboured to a hard-fought 2-1 win over the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.
Alex Iwobi and Victor Osimhen’s first half goals made the difference as the Super Eagles struck back after the away side took a shock early lead.
The Super Eagles started strong at the onset, boasting of more ball possession as they looked for the long balls, attempting to pin the opposition back.
Sports analysts say it was hardly the most convincing display from the Super Eagles, but it was three points sealed after a much-needed comeback.
Nigeria will next take on Sao Tome and Principe in a day two AFCON qualifier in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday.