Nigeria’s Samuel Samuel Chukwueze produced a stellar performance for the Super Eagles at the just ended Africa Cup of Nations Tournament where he helped his team win bronze.
The 20 year old who plies his trade at Spanish side Villarreal is very optimistic about the future endeavors of the Super and is confident the Super Eagles can win the Afcon in no time.
Chukwueze, scored in the game against South Africa in the Quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations
“I know with our squad we are capable of winning this competition in the future, and I really want to be a part of that,” said Chukwueze
He added, “When you pick up a medal in your first major tournament it is a positive sign of bigger things to come,” Chukwueze, told BBC Sport.
“Not so many young players get the opportunity to be in the Nigeria squad and even get a chance to play.
“I know with our squad we are capable of winning this competition in the future, and I really want to be a part of that.”
Nigeria came close to winning a fourth title in Egypt but fell to Algeria in the semifinals.
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