The tournament, hosted by Nigeria, marked a turning point in the country’s sporting history, and the memory of the final against Algeria, a 3–0 victory, remains vivid for those who were there. The passage of time has not spared the squad, as 10 of the 22 members of that team have since passed, leaving 12 living legends to carry the torch of that victory. Owolabi, who was an undergraduate at the University of Lagos at the time, recalled the personal recognition he received for his role in the victory, from the university community to national acclaim.
Author: Punch Newspapers
Published at: 2026-03-21 23:53:12
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