Cameroonians have sent a birthday wish to Jean-Charles Castelletto as he turned 29 ahead of their clash against Super Eagles at AFCON 2023 Round of 16.
Cameroon defender Jean-Charles Castelletto celebrated his 29th birthday on Friday.
The charismatic Nantes defender celebrated his new age via a post on social media and fans are not just sending him heartfelt birthday wishes—they are also charging him with a crucial mission.
The indomitable lions' faithful are fervently urging Castelletto to secure a victory against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in the upcoming AFCON 2023 round of 16 clash between the two African heavyweights.
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Castelletto is not just known for his skills on the football pitch, but he is also widely considered as Cameroon's most handsome footballer.
Castelletto took to social media to celebrate his new age.
Taking to his Instagram page with more than 61,400 followers, the centre-back shared photos of himself celebrating in the Cameroon kit after they secured qualification to the knockout stages of AFCON 2023.
He captioned the post: ‘29..Thanks everyone for your messages. We are in this together’.
However, amidst the sea of birthday greetings, there is a prevailing theme as Cameroon fans pleaded for victory against Nigeria.
While one user wrote: ‘Happy birthday my crush’
Another fan commented: ‘For your gift we wish you score against Nigeria tomorrow’
A third comment read: ‘ help me to my Avenge my ex he is Nigerian, please he broke my Heart please Avenge me’
One other fan wrote: ‘Tomorrow get the best gift by slaying Nigeria.’
The clash between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon is a battle with high stakes in the AFCON 2023 tournament.
Nigeria will be looking to pass a stern test this Saturday, January 27, at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan.
Cameroon have also reportedly received a big boost with the return of Vincent Aboubakar, who is expected to feature against the Super Eagles.
Jose Peseiro’s men on the other hand, have reportedly welcomed back the return of Alhassan Yussuf, who impressed at the heart of the midfield in Nigeria’s opening game against Equatorial Guinea.
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