Ex-Super Eagles handler salutes Nigeria’s CHAN win

Christian Chukwu, former Super Eagles manager has described as a good start the side’s massive win against the Mena of Niger at the ongoing African Nations Championship (Chan) in Kigali, Rwanda.

The Eagles outclassed neighbours Niger 4-1 in Monday’s Group C second match at the 22,000 seats Stade Regional Nyamirambo, Kigali.

Enugu Rangers forward Osas Okoro netted the opener in the 46th minute and substitute Chisom Chikatara, who emerged the man of the match, grabbed a hat-trick while the Nigeriens scored the consolation through danger-man and substitute Zakari Adebayor.

Chukwu said the convincing victory will further boost the side’s confidence confronting the other two group’s tougher opponents, Tunisia and Guinea.

“It’s a good result and the right way to start their title campaign at the African Nations Championship in Rwanda.

“The massive win will certainly motivate the team to go further in the biennial football championship.

“At least the victory has come at the right time to further boost their confidence as they march to confront tougher opponents, Tunisia and Guinea.

“Of course, Tunisia and Guinea will certainly be tougher than Niger Republic given the hard fought 2-2 draw in their own clash.

“Three points is quite good for the Eagles going forward in the championship in Kigali, Rwanda,” said the former Nigerian strongman to supersport.com.

Eagles will engage the North African giants, Tunisia on Friday at the Stade Regional Nyamirambo in Kigali while the last group match will be against West African foes, Guinea on Tuesday, January 26.