By John Egbokhan
Coach Michel Dessuyer has named a 20-man team, comprising 18 foreign-based professionals for the October 8 African Cup of Nations qualifier against the Super Eagles of Nigeria

Leading the legion of foreign stars for the crunch tie to be played at the Abuja National Stadium is forward Alhassane Bangoura, who plays for la Liga side, Rayo Vallecano. He was in action against Real Madrid at the weekend, and did perform well.

speaker of the state legislature, Rt Hon Ben Uwajimaogu gave out N1million.

Equally, the team’s supporters club got N2million and will inherit Heartland old bus.

The governor assured the team of his support in their continental duty next year.

“You have made us proud, you are not only the Heartland of Imo state but the brain box of Nigerian football. We will support you in all your future endeavours,” he said.