The Super Eagles of Nigeria’s loss to their Tunisian counterparts at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is currently eliciting diverse reactions from fans on social media.
The Carthage Eagles knocked Austin Eguavoen’s side out of the tournament courtesy of a 47th-minute goal from Mohamed Dräger.
Nigeria’s chances of getting back into the game dampened after Alex Iwobi was red-carded in the 66th minute, barely two minutes after coming on.
The loss brought to an abrupt end what was hitherto a blistering performance for the Super Eagles, who were the only team to win their three group games, with victories against Egypt, Sudan and Guinea Bissau.
Meanwhile, many Nigerians have taken to Twitter to react to the loss.
We lost.I’m in deep sadness.I will not eat anything till tomorrow morning.
— Senator Shehu Sani (@ShehuSani) January 23, 2022
I’m sure after the meeting with Buhari Musa rushed to place bet on 1XBet. Tunisia to win. They were too sure. #Nigeriavstunisia
— DR.PENKING™ #EndPaternityFraudinNigeria (@drpenking) January 23, 2022
God Abeg!! 😭
Everything was going so well….. 🤦🏾♂️😭
— DeboMacaroni (@mrmacaronii) January 23, 2022
May you not receive a call that will make you lose. 🙏🏼
— Adewale Adetona (@iSlimfit) January 23, 2022
Poor goalkeeping. I knew Maduka Okoye wasn’t good. Uzoho should start ahead of him.
— Kelechukwu Iruoma (@kelechukuiruoma) January 23, 2022
You people are being harsh on the goal keeper. He was well positioned. The ball was heading straight then swerved right and bounced. We have seen this happen several times.
Do you want to kill him?
— Sir Dickson (@Wizarab10) January 23, 2022