AFCON 2025: Arabinrin Aderonke Salutes Super Eagles’ Grit, Hails Statement Win Over Tunisia

Former sports editor and administrator, Arabinrin Aderonke, has hailed the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their impressive win over Tunisia, which earned Nigeria a place in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Responding to the tough encounter, Arabinrin Aderonke commended the players’ resilience, discipline in play, and attacking mentality, especially as they faced a formidable Tunisian side confident in the wake of their opening victory.

“I would like to extend my warmest felicitation to the Super Eagles for their well-deserved and courageous victory over a highly competitive Tunisian team. Qualification with a game to spare is quite a statement on the character, strength, and ambition of this team,” she said.

Aderonke, who recently won Role Model of the Year at the International Sport and Culture Association (ISCA) in Copenhagen, Denmark, praised the goal-scoring duo and the team’s overall efforts, feeling that the Nigerian team’s early domination had positively influenced the whole match.

“…The goals scored by Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Ademola Lookman must not only be attributed to individual genius, but also the strength and power of team philosophy that is founded on discipline, confidence, and team belief. Despite the fightback by Tunisia, the Super Eagles were mature and focused enough to see out the game,” said Arabinrin Aderonke.

She also pointed out the importance of getting six points from the two matches, saying it was ‘a very strong statement of intent’ by Nigeria at the championship.

“To have qualified for the Round of 16 with six points after two group games is a strength for Nigeria. It is a clear indication of the fact that Super Eagles are not just participants, but are serious title contenders,” said the female soccer fan.

The Super Eagles are currently top of Group C and, if they remain at the summit, they might be poised to face the runner-up of Group D, which includes West African arch-rivals Senegal, Benin, Congo, and Botswana.

Arabinrin Aderonke urged the team to stay focused as the tournament unfolds, rallying Nigerians everywhere to support the side.

“I appeal to the players and technical personnel to remain focused and leverage on this spirit. Nigerians pride themselves in you, and the country is behind the Super Eagles as they proceed on their journey to AFCON 2025,” she added.

Aderonke has been a strong advocate for gender equality, youth empowerment, and social inclusion, earning her a place among Africa’s leading voices in sports-for-development.