AFCON 2015 Qualifiers – Congo vs Nigeria: Prince Oniangué Calls for National Unity Ahead of Decisive Clash
The pressure is on as Congo’s Red Devils prepare to host the Super Eagles of Nigeria this Saturday at 2:30 p.m. GMT, in Pointe-Noire, in what could be a defining match in their 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
One of the team’s leaders, Prince Oniangué, has urged the entire nation to unite behind the squad as they aim to book their ticket to Equatorial Guinea. With qualification within reach—just three points away, or even one, depending on results—Oniangué emphasized the emotional and spiritual importance of national support.
“We have no speeches to make. Saturday, we are on the field and we will see after the match. We are based on the holy scriptures. The Lord tells us to rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. In good times and bad, we ask the public to be with us,” said Oniangué, as quoted by starducongo.com.
A Call to Faith and Patriotism
Oniangué’s appeal mixes conviction, humility, and spirituality. His message to the fans is clear: support us unconditionally—regardless of the outcome. With the Red Devils just steps away from their first AFCON qualification since 2000, the match has taken on symbolic importance for Congolese football.
What’s at Stake
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Congo: A win secures qualification for the 2015 AFCON.
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Nigeria: Desperate for points, the defending champions must avoid defeat to stay alive.
With tension rising and anticipation at fever pitch, Prince Oniangué’s words reflect the mood in Congo: a mix of hope, responsibility, and faith. Come Saturday, the players will do their talking on the pitch—carrying the dreams of a nation on their shoulders.
