Special Eagles Open Amputee Football Africa Cup of Nations with Goalless Draw Against Egypt

The Nigeria Amputee Football Men's Team, known as the Special Eagles, kicked off their campaign in the 2024 Amputee Football Africa Cup of Nations with a hard-fought goalless draw against their Egyptian counterparts at the Al Salam Stadium in Cairo on Saturday.

In the tournament's opening match, both sides showcased resilience and determination, but neither could break the deadlock, settling for a share of the points. With the competition now underway, both teams will be eager to secure victory in their upcoming matches.

Egypt's next challenge will see them face Burundi on Monday at the Petrol Sport Stadium, where they will aim to claim their first win of the tournament. Similarly, Nigeria will also take on Burundi in their next fixture on Tuesday at the Petrol Sport Stadium in Cairo.

Group A, which features Nigeria, host nation Egypt, and Burundi, promises to deliver exciting matchups throughout the tournament. With each team eyeing a spot in the knockout stages, the intensity is set to rise as the competition progresses.

The 2024 Amputee Football Africa Cup of Nations is scheduled to take place from 18th to 27th May, 2024, with teams from across the continent vying for glory on the pitch. Stay tuned for more thrilling action as the tournament unfolds.