{"id":6527,"date":"2024-03-23T13:57:28","date_gmt":"2024-03-23T12:57:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faca.com.ng\/web\/2024\/03\/23\/benjamin-tanimu-thrilled-after-making-debut-for-super-eagles\/"},"modified":"2024-03-23T13:57:28","modified_gmt":"2024-03-23T12:57:28","slug":"benjamin-tanimu-thrilled-after-making-debut-for-super-eagles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faca.com.ng\/web\/2024\/03\/23\/benjamin-tanimu-thrilled-after-making-debut-for-super-eagles\/","title":{"rendered":"Benjamin Tanimu thrilled after making debut for Super Eagles"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Young defender Benjamin Tanimu who currently plays for Tanzanian club Ihefu SC, expressed his elation after making his debut appearance for the Super Eagles of Nigeria in their 2-1 friendly victory against the Black Stars of Ghana on Friday.<\/p>\n

The 21-year-old defender showcased his skills for 71 minutes before being substituted for Ademola Lookman.<\/p>\n

Taking to social media, Tanimu shared his joy and gratitude for the opportunity to represent the three-time African champions.<\/p>\n

In a heartfelt post on his X page, he wrote, \u201cMy joy knows no bounds today. The debut came and I thank God for the Grace to play my part in the little way I could. Thanks to the coaching crew, the entire backroom staff, and the senior players for the warm reception into the team.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Expressing his appreciation to fans and well-wishers, Tanimu continued, \u201cThanks to my wonderful fans across the world, the lovely Nigerians who have expressed their love and have given me their support all years. To the ever-articulating Nigerian Media, I hail you for your good works and I love you all.\u201d<\/p>\n

He concluded his message by rallying support for the national team, saying, \u201cLet\u2019s keep supporting the Eagles with our respective wings. This for me, is a dream come true.\u201d<\/p>\n

Before his international debut, Tanimu had been a standout player for Nigeria Premier Football League side Bendel Insurance before venturing abroad, marking his journey from local success to international recognition.<\/p>\n

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