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Ahead of the Africa U-17 Cup of Nations, Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa has pledged to give Golden Eaglets 500,000 Naira per goal scored in Algeria.
Pulse Sports reports that the U-17 Africa Cup of Nations is scheduled to take place between April 29 and May 15 in the Algerian cities of Algiers, Constantine, and Annaba.
Go and make Nigeria proud - Ahmed Musa admonished Golden Eaglets
The governor as he is popularly called has admonished the Golden Eaglets to go and make the country in Algeria.
Nigeria’s most capped international encouraged the players to work hard to preserve Nigerian football's unique culture while also establishing a reputation for themselves and their families.
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He also expressed his disappointment over his failure to play for the U-17 team.
He said, "You have to work hard. Listen and obey your coaches if you want to succeed at this stage of your football. Sometimes, I regret that I never played for the Golden Eaglets. You have to make use of this opportunity. You are not the best in Nigeria. Many players out there are better than you. The only difference is that you have the opportunity.
"So, you have to work hard. Pray a lot and be determined to make a name for Nigeria and also for yourselves and your families. Do not miss this great opportunity. I was only given five minutes in my debut game for the Super Eagles, but today I am the captain of the team. I never thought I would someday be the captain of the Super Eagles.
"I promise and I assure you that you will be rewarded with N500,000.00 for every goal scored at the U17 AFCON in Algeria next month. Remember to always play as a team. If you are a defender, play with your mates, same for you that is a midfielder. Do not be selfish as a striker.”
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He added that Nigerians are united by football, so the sport should be used to bring the nation together.
He said, “Promise me that you will make Nigerians proud. Football is the only thing that unites our country. Whether you are a Muslim or a Christian does not matter in football. Winning is what Nigerians are looking forward to.
“So, go to Algeria, conquer and give Nigerians joy," he said.
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