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Nigerian Soccer Champions Welcomed Home as Heroes

Description:Nigeria's government hosted a state dinner for the Super Eagles in the country's capital, Abuja on Tuesday (February 12) after a resounding victory at the African Nations Cup over the weekend. The Nigerian team arrived home on Tuesday from South Africa to wild celebrations as tens of thousands lined the streets to catch a glimpse of their heroes after the team ended a 19-year wait to win the African Nations Cup. (0:40)

Source: Reuters - Sports

Tags: reuters , African Nations Cup , Confederations Cup , Oceania