In 2013 when the Super Eagles lifted the CAF Nations Cup, it was a plight to Nigeria and a boost to Cross River State. Ever since that continental grip, the NFF decided to make Calabar it ground for all home matches. Since their qualifications for the 2013 AFCON was played here.
Pools have it that, Nigeria in all categories had never lost a game played in Calabar, that’s why the Eaglets qualification match has been fixed to commence at the UJ Esuene Stadium, Calabar. The match will commence June 11 , 2016.
A letter conveying the granting of the hosting right to the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Ben Ayade was presented to the State Commissioner for Youths and Sports, Asu Okang yesterday at the Glass House National Secretariat of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, Abuja.
The Under-20 National Team will resume camping in the Cross River State Capital from 5th June 2016, in readiness for the soccer duel on Saturday 11th June 2016.