Super Eagles win 2013 Africa Cup of Nations
Nigeria defeated Burkina Faso 1-0 to become Africa Cup of Nations champions for just the third time in their history.
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Super Eagles after first ACN crown since 1994
For the first time since 1994, the most populous country in Africa is in position to win the Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria is up against a tough test in Burkina Faso, who have reached their first final ever.
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COME ON YOU SUPER EAGLES!
Nigeria demolish Mali 4-1, advance to final
A first-half goal flurry from the Super Eagles ensured their place in the final of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. They'll meet either Ghana or Burkina Faso on Sunday.
Remaining ACN sides all have a chance to win
Kicking off a huge day of international football, the Africa Cup of Nations will set their finalists ahead of Wednesday's World Cup qualifiers and high profile friendlies.
Nigeria stun disappointing Ivory Coast
Once again, the Ivory Coast have failed to live up to expectations in the Africa Cup of Nations. They didn't rise to the occasion on either end of the pitch, as Nigeria earned a well-deserved win and semifinal place.
Down go the champions
The defending champions of the Africa Cup of Nations have been eliminated in the group stage.
Super Eagles scrape through to the quarters
Nigeria needed a win against Ethiopia to ensure progression from Group C, and they got it late via a pair of Victor Moses penalties.
Roster
Nigeria Roster
| # | Pos. | |
|---|---|---|
| Ajilore Oluwafemi | - | Midfielder |
| Ayegbeni Yakubu | - | Forward |
| Ayiila Yussuf | - | Defender |
| Chidi Odiah | - | Defender |
| Dan Shittu | - | Defender |
| Dele Adeleye | - | Defender |
| Dele Aiyenugbu | - | Goalkeeper |
| Dickson Etuhu | Midfielder | |
| Greg Etafia | - | Goalkeeper |
| Ikechukwu Uche | - | Forward |
| Joel Obi | Midfielder | |
| John Mikel Obi | - | Midfielder |
| Joseph Akpala | - | Forward |
| Joseph Yobo | - | Defender |
| Kalu Uche | - | Forward |
| Michael Eneramo | - | Forward |
| Nwankwo Kanu | - | Forward |
| Obinna Nwaneri | - | Defender |
| Onyekachi Apam | - | Defender |
| Pele Ayunuku | - | - |
| Peter Odemwingie | Forward | |
| Peter Osaze Odemwingie | - | Forward |
| Seyi George Olofinjana | - | Midfielder |
| Stephen Makinwa | Forward | |
| Taye Ismaila Taiwo | - | Defender |
| Taye Taiwo | Defender | |
| Uwa Echiejile | - | Defender |
| Victor Nsofor Obinna | - | Forward |
| Vincent Enyeama | - | Goalkeeper |
