Augustine Eguavoen, Head Coach of the Super Eagles, was among the special guests and dignitaries who witnessed the thrilling final of the 1xBet Cup at Mobolaji Johnson Arena, where FC Bethel triumphed over Gunners Link FC 2-1.
In an interview with Sports247, the Nigerian tactician shared his admiration for the tournament and the wealth of football talent on display.
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“Talent is abundant in Nigeria, and we have them in huge numbers,” Eguavoen said. “Many people need to come into these community competitions because that is where the talent is. You can see what we witnessed here— a mix of the young, the experienced, and those just coming up.”
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Eguavoen emphasized the importance of competitions like the 1xBet Cup in nurturing local football talent. “You must give it to the sponsor; this competition is huge. If we can have more of these, it will make it much easier for national team coaches to identify talent and scout players,” he explained. “I’ve seen some promising players here today, and I know that they will surely move to the next level. Nigeria is truly blessed.”
The 1xBet Cup has become a key platform for emerging talents, with the final attracting attention from top football figures like Eguavoen. His comments echoed the sentiments of many who believe grassroots competitions are essential for discovering the next generation of football stars.
In other news, the Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed on Thursday that Eguavoen will continue as Head Coach of the Super Eagles. The decision followed recommendations from the Technical and Development Sub-Committee, which also tasked him with leading the team in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches against Libya next month.
With Eguavoen’s endorsement of grassroots competitions like the 1xBet Cup and his continued leadership of the national team, Nigeria’s football future looks bright. His emphasis on scouting and nurturing local talent is set to pave the way for even more success on the international stage.
