The Super Eagles of Nigeria have now put themselves into an insurmountable position in the qualifiers for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) which is billed to hold in Gabon.
This follows a 1-0 defeat to Egypt in Alexandria.
Sad day for Nigerian football.






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