AWONIYI: SUPER EAGLES MUST QUALIFY FOR 2027 AFCON
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By: Muftau Fatimo
Super Eagles striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, has insisted that Nigeria’s qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is non-negotiable, expressing confidence that the team will secure a ticket despite the challenges ahead.
Awoniyi made the declaration while speaking with journalists in Uyo on Saturday, ahead of the Super Eagles’ departure for Tanzania for the return leg of their qualifying fixture against the Taifa Stars on Tuesday.
The Nottingham Forest forward said he was confident in the squad’s determination, commitment and readiness to meet the expectations of millions of Nigerian football fans.
With Nigeria currently occupying second position in their qualifying group and three matches left to play, Awoniyi stressed that the players understood the importance of the remaining fixtures.
“AFCON is non-negotiable. The ticket, we have to get it done no matter what. You see the boys, you see the motive, the passion in them, and I believe the same will go into the next three games,” he said.
Beyond his international career, Awoniyi also highlighted his commitment to grassroots football development in Kwara State through the Taiwo Awoniyi Foundation.
He explained that the foundation was established to create sustainable opportunities for young football talents, with its programmes extending beyond Ilorin to all 16 local government areas of the state.
According to him, the initiative seeks to identify, nurture and empower promising young players, particularly those in rural communities who may otherwise struggle to access opportunities.
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The striker further disclosed that the foundation recently partnered with organisations from the United Kingdom to organise a capacity-building programme for more than 44 local coaches to improve coaching standards and strengthen grassroots football development.
He emphasised that achieving meaningful progress in sports development required collective efforts and collaboration among stakeholders.
“Life has given many of us so much, but what we do with it really matters. The main goal is to create a pathway for the next generation. We just have to become one and lift each other up,” he said.
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