Ademola Lookman refusing to be intimidated by an Angolan defender in the quarter-finals. Credit: NFF.
Africa Cup of Nations champion, Dr. Olusegun Odegbami, has advised the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to shield the Super Eagles from distractions in preparation for Sunday’s crucial final against the Ivory Coast’s Elephants.
Reflecting on a poignant anecdote of a triathlon athlete who stumbled just before the finish line, Odegbami emphasized the importance of maintaining focus until the very end.
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He urged the NFF to ensure the team’s undivided attention and discourage unnecessary interruptions in the days leading up to the match.
Emphasizing the significance of the upcoming final, Odegbami stressed the collective responsibility of supporting the team and allowing them to concentrate solely on the task at hand for the pride of the nation.
The Super Eagles secured their spot in the AFCON 2023 final after a thrilling victory over South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, setting the stage for a highly anticipated showdown against Ivory Coast.
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