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AFCON 2023: Drogba and Eto’o BRUTALLY trolled after Super Eagles secure quarterfinals ticket

AFCON 2023 Super Eagles
Nigerians have trolled some of Africa’s football legends after the Super Eagles knocked out Cameroon at AFCON 2023.
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In a stunning turn of events during AFCON 2023, Super Eagles recently emerged victorious against football legends Didier Drogba and Samuel Eto’o, securing a quarterfinals ticket with a resounding 2-0 win over Cameroon.

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The two African icons were brutally trolled on social media from exultant Nigerian fans who celebrated the Eagles’ triumph over both Ivory Coast and Cameroon.

Two goals from Ademola Lookman on Saturday night ensured Super Eagles marched ahead of Eto’o’s Cameroon to the quarterfinals of AFCON 2023.

Ademola Lookman guided Nigeria to the quarter-final|LIVESCORE IMAGE
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But that was after Nigeria already defeated Drogba’s Ivory Coast earlier in the group stages.

AFCON 2023 Social Media Reactions: Nigerians revel, Cameroonians lament as legends face Humiliation

Super Eagles player celebrating || Imago
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Following the Super Eagles' triumph, social media platforms witnessed a frenzy of celebrations from Nigerian fans.

While Nigerians reveled in their team's success, Cameroonians expressed lamentation at the exit of the Indomitable Lions from the tournament, marking a significant moment in the unfolding drama of AFCON 2023.

A particular post went viral, showcasing Drogba and Eto’o watching from the stands in Ivory Coast, with a caption that read, 'Dunked on two African football legends. My Super Eagles did that.'

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The trolling didn't stop there, as fans pointed out the third legendary figure, Rigobert Song, the Cameroonian coach, adding another layer to the banter.

One user commented: ‘Three actually. Rigobert Song, the Cameroonian coach, is also an African legend.’

Another responded: ‘We love it and I think we deserve’

A third comment read: ‘They've been humbled’

Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Angola in the quarterfinals of the AFCON 2023 as Jose Peseiro’s men look to take on step further in their dream of securing a fourth African title.

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