AFCON: ‘Heartbreak for Nigeria’ – Four European clubs react as Morocco beat Super Eagles

Four European clubs have reacted to the Super Eagles’ AFCON semi-final defeat against Morocco on Wednesday night.

DAILY POST reports that the Atlas Lions defeated Nigeria via penalties after a 0-0 draw.

Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemachi missed their penalty kicks for Eric Chelle’s side against the Atlas Lions.

Reacting, Sevilla, who have Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke in their squad, wrote, “@Akor and Ejuke’s Nigeria were defeated by Morocco in their AFCON semi-final.”

Similarly, Fulham, who have the likes of Samuel Chukwueze, Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi in their squad, wrote: “Heartbreak for Nigeria. We’re still so proud of our boys after an incredible tournament.”

Also, Birmingham City, who have Bright Osayi-Samuel in their squad, said: “So proud. A monumental shift from @Bright_097 as he played 120 minutes in tonight’s #AFCON semi-final, eventually losing on penalties to Morocco.”

On their part, Brentford, who have Frank Onyeka in their squad, tweeted:
“Hold your head high, Frank. You gave it everything.”

AFCON: ‘Heartbreak for Nigeria’ – Four European clubs react as Morocco beat Super Eagles