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Super Eagles striker, Sone Aluko, has called on Nigerians to get behind the team as they prepare to meet Sudan on Wednesday.

The Hull City forward, who was on the bench in the 1-0 loss in Khartoum on Saturday, is optimistic that the Eagles can bounce back to winning ways once more.

“The game with Sudan is one of those bad days in the office, as we failed to get the desired result,” he told supersport.com.

“We had the game in our hands in the opening exchanges but couldn’t score when we had the chances. Unfortunately Sudan grew in confidence and were able to get their goal. Everyone is sad we lost but we must forge ahead.”

Nigeria sit at the bottom of Group A in the AFCON qualifiers after picking one point from three games, but Aluko feels they can still salvage what is left of the qualifying campaign.

“I believe all is not lost; we need everyone to support the team because it is still possible,” he said.

“I hope to give my best if I’m chosen for the game. I’ll do my best just like every other player to make sure we beat Sudan on Wednesday and get good results in subsequent matches.

“I’m optimistic we can beat Sudan and get back on track.”