The House Committee Chairman on Sports, Hon. Kabiru Amadu, has urged the Super Eagles to seize the moment and secure their place in the FIFA World Cup by defeating DR Congo in Sunday’s intercontinental playoff final.
Amadu, who represents the Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency of Zamfara State, expressed strong confidence in the Nigerian squad, noting that the team possesses the talent and experience needed to overcome the Congolese side.
In a statement issued by his media aide, Niyi Busari, the lawmaker commended the Super Eagles for their emphatic 4–1 victory over Gabon in Thursday’s semifinal, but warned that the final hurdle must be approached with full focus and intensity.
“First of all, I congratulate the Super Eagles for beating Gabon to reach Sunday’s final against DR Congo,” Amadu said.
“However, the job is not yet done. Nigeria undoubtedly has the quality to win, but the team must not underrate the Congolese. They should approach the match with the same energy and determination displayed against Benin Republic and Gabon.”
Nigeria advanced to the final after a dramatic semifinal in which Akor Adams opened the scoring in the 78th minute, before Gabon’s Mario Lemina equalised late in regulation time. In extra time, Chidera Ejuke restored Nigeria’s lead, and Victor Osimhen sealed the victory with a brilliant brace.
DR Congo secured their spot in the final through a tense 1–0 win over Cameroon, with captain Chancel Mbemba scoring a stoppage-time winner. The Congolese are aiming to qualify for only their second-ever World Cup, their first appearance dating back to 1974.
The Super Eagles will face DR Congo on Sunday at the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat Morocco at 7:00 pm in a match that will determine which nation clinches a coveted ticket to the FIFA World Cup intercontinental playoff.
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