Nigeria’s Special Eagles have advanced to the final of the amputee football tournament at the inaugural West Africa Para Games in Abeokuta after a 1-0 victory over Cameroon at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena. The team continues its impressive run, having previously defeated Benin Republic 11-0 in their opening match, with standout performances from Ahmed Usman, Michael Joel, Ahize Daniel, and Ibrahim Ndako.
Against Cameroon, Nigeria dominated from the start, with Usman converting a defensive error to give the hosts the lead. The Special Eagles’ tactical discipline and attacking threat kept Cameroon at bay, demonstrating their strength and ambition in the competition.
Nigeria will face Liberia in their final group match, aiming to secure a place in Wednesday’s final. The West Africa Para Games, which began on Friday in Ogun State, feature over 700 athletes competing at venues including the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Alake Sports Centre, and Oke Mosan.
With a mix of experienced players and impact substitutes like Daniel, Nigeria’s Special Eagles are poised to challenge for the gold medal in amputee football.
