AFCON 2023: Super Eagles Back To Their Best –Rufai

Former Nigerian international, Peter Rufai says the Super Eagles are finally back to their best after the team’s impressive 1-0 win over Angola in the quarter finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nation on Friday.

Former Fulham and Everton winger Ademola Lookman crashed home the only goal of the game in the 41st minute as the Super Eagles, chasing a fourth AFCON title, came up against a determined resistance in Abidjan.

However, reacting after the game, the 1994 AFCON winner, who was a guest at Afrosports AFCON coverage, stated that there is unity and discipline in the squad.

He also praised Lookman for scoring his third goal at the tournament and insisted that the Atalanta star has raised his game to another level.

“Loomkman has been having a very beautiful tournament, he raised the game up and was very effective when it matters most. I am so excited for him at this tournament. As it stands, this is the Super Eagles we use to know in the past.

“I am also happy with the connection between the goalkeeper and the defenders. I love the unity and discipline in the squad. Peseiro has also understand the type of team he has presently.”