CURRENT REPORT BLOG As the anticipation mounts for the final showdown of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Nigerian footballer Bright Osayi-Samuel exudes confidence in his team’s ability to clinch victory over host nation Ivory Coast.
Following a commanding performance against South Africa in the semi-finals, Osayi-Samuel believes that Nigeria’s success hinges on their self-focus and tactical understanding.
The Super Eagles defender emphasises the importance of internal focus and self-assessment in achieving success. By concentrating on their strengths and capabilities, Nigeria can maximise their potential on the field.
He highlights the need to understand Ivory Coast’s vulnerabilities and capitalise on them strategically, emphasising mainly on the importance of studying the opponent’s tactics.
“If you look around the group [Super Eagles] everyone is confident, everyone is looking forward to the game, me myself.
“They have got good players but like I said if we focus on ourselves, look at what we can do and how we can hurt them, then I think we have a very good chance of winning the game.” Osayi said.
Reflecting on their impressive victory against South Africa, Nigeria enters the final with momentum and confidence.
The team’s resilience and tactical prowess were on full display, showcasing their readiness for the ultimate challenge.
