AFCON 2023: God gave us because we deserved it - Jose Peseiro on Super Eagles' win over Ivory Coast

AFCON 2023: God gave us because we deserved it - Jose Peseiro on Super Eagles' win over Ivory Coast

Hassan Abdulsalam 22:44 - 18.01.2024

Reacting to his popular God gives and God takes, Peseiro affirmed that God gave them the victory because they deserved it.

The Super Eagles coach, Jose Pesiero, appreciated God for helping him defeat the host in the second group game of the African Cup of Nations.

Recall that the Super Eagles had started their campaign with a 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea, while the Elephants defeated Guinea-Bissau 2-0.

Osimhen received a brilliant pass from Alex Iwobi, bringing the ball down with his chest before getting kicked by Diomande.

William Troost-Ekong penalty early in the second half gave Jose Peseiro’s men the maximum points despite the hosts’ late pressure.

Peseiro appreciates God after win

Reacting to his popular God gives and God takes, Peseiro affirmed that God gave them the victory because they deserved it.

Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro.
Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro. (Photo Credit: Pooja Media/X)

"God didn’t take this from us; God gave it to us because we deserved it," he said.

The win lifted Nigeria to second, level on points with leaders Equatorial Guinea and a point ahead of Ivory Coast.

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