Nigerians have trolled some of Africa’s football legends after the Super Eagles knocked out Cameroon at AFCON 2023.
In a stunning turn of events during AFCON 2023, Super Eagles recently emerged victorious against football legends Didier Drogba and Samuel Eto’o, securing a quarterfinals ticket with a resounding 2-0 win over Cameroon.
The two African icons were brutally trolled on social media from exultant Nigerian fans who celebrated the Eagles’ triumph over both Ivory Coast and Cameroon.
Two goals from Ademola Lookman on Saturday night ensured Super Eagles marched ahead of Eto’o’s Cameroon to the quarterfinals of AFCON 2023.
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Victor Osimhen has expressed his happiness with the win over Cameroon and insists the team has not played their best football.
But that was after Nigeria already defeated Drogba’s Ivory Coast earlier in the group stages.
AFCON 2023 Social Media Reactions: Nigerians revel, Cameroonians lament as legends face Humiliation
Following the Super Eagles' triumph, social media platforms witnessed a frenzy of celebrations from Nigerian fans.
While Nigerians reveled in their team's success, Cameroonians expressed lamentation at the exit of the Indomitable Lions from the tournament, marking a significant moment in the unfolding drama of AFCON 2023.
A particular post went viral, showcasing Drogba and Eto’o watching from the stands in Ivory Coast, with a caption that read, 'Dunked on two African football legends. My Super Eagles did that.'
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Daniel Amokachi, Super Eagles legend expressed his joy as Nigeria defeated Cameroon in their round of 16 fixture.
The trolling didn't stop there, as fans pointed out the third legendary figure, Rigobert Song, the Cameroonian coach, adding another layer to the banter.
One user commented: ‘Three actually. Rigobert Song, the Cameroonian coach, is also an African legend.’
Another responded: ‘We love it and I think we deserve’
A third comment read: ‘They've been humbled’
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