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U-17 AFCON: Golden Eaglets Want To Rule Africa Again -Eke

Golden Eaglets striker, Light Eke is confident the Golden Eaglets can win a third title at the 2023 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations in Algeria.

The Nigerian boys, who claimed the WAFU B U-17 Championship in Ghana last May are among the favourites to win the competition.

The Eaglets are drawn in Group B with Zambia, Morocco and South Africa.

Nduka Ugbade’s side will begin their campaign against Zambia at the Mohamed Hamlaoui Stadium, Constantine on Sunday.

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Eke said the team has prepared adequately for the competition and ready to take on all opponents.

“Based on our preparation I know that we are very ready for this tournament,” Eke said on NFF TV.

“In our group we have opponents that we know and who are very good.

“But like I said based on our preparation we came here knowing that we are going to win the trophy and also qualify for the World Cup.”

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