Elegbeleye begs Eagles to beat S’Africa

The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Honourable Gbenga Elegbeleye has urged the Super Eagles to complete the job of picking the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations ticket by beating visiting Bafana Bafana of South Africa today (Wednesday).

The NSC boss who correctly predicted the victory of the Eagles over hosts Congo in the match played in Pointe Noire on Saturday has again expressed confidence in the ability of the team to beat South Africa and snatch the second qualification ticket from the group.

He however warned on complacency and get the job done if possible in the first half of the game to avoid unnecessary anxiety in the course of the game.

He said, “The Eagles have proven to the whole world once again the strong spirit and resilience of a typical Nigerian team in their match away to Congo. In the face of hostilities they were still able to spank their host 2-0 which showed great character of the team.

“Now that they have passed the first difficult huddle I strongly believe that this second huddle is also surmountable. I want them to be very alert throughout the duration of the game. They should play as if their lives depend on the match and possibly wrap up the game with goals in the first half.

“The leadership of the National Sports Commission is strongly behind the team. I know that we shall have cause to thank God after the match.”