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Super Eagles of Nigeria celebrate AFCON 2013 winning coach Stephen Keshi 8 years after death.
On the eighth anniversary of the passing of their former coach, Stephen Okechukwu Keshi, the Super Eagles of Nigeria have honored him.
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Keshi, who died on June 8, 2016, at the age of 54, from a heart attack, is still regarded as a great figure in Nigerian football history.
A few months before his own untimely demise, in December 2015, the spouse departed from this life.
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In 2013, he guided the Super Eagles to their third African Cup of Nations (AFCON) championship in South Africa.
He is celebrated for his unique achievement of winning the AFCON both as a player and a coach.
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Super Eagles celebrate Stephen Keshi
The Super Eagles posted a series of pictures to celebrate his passing.
Along with the photos was a message that said, "Today we remember our former captain and coach, The Big BOSS Stephen Okechukwu Keshi who passed on this day in 2016.
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"May his soul continue to rest in peace. Always in our heart Coachie
"Forever in our hearts, Coachie. Keep resting on Eagle 🦅 Stephen Okechukwu Keshi (23 January 1962- 8 June 2016)
Nigerian football supporters and fans have also celebrated Keshi's legacy and shared poignant tributes on social media in his memory.
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