Three Things learnt from Nigeria's win over Guinea Bissau
As Nigeria continues its fairy tale run at the ongoing African Cup of Nations with a 2-0 win over Guinea Bissau on Wednesday, here are three vital discoveries from the match.
1. Super Eagles bench Can Be Relied On
It is a fact that your bench must be as good as the starters if any team hopes to win a major tournament, and Super Eagles again proved on Wednesday that they are not any exception to this rule.
It was no small achievement that interim coach, Austin Eguavoen has managed to raise a team of players who can rise to the challenge when the occasion demands despite not having enough time to prepare adequately for the competition.
A strong bench is the hallmark of any winning team and Super Eagles lived up to that fact against The Djurtus.
2. Super Eagles players Are Ok With Eguavoen Tactics
Super Eagles have scored six goals and let in one via penalty so far in the African Cup of Nations to become one of the teams with the best defence.
It simply means that the players are ok with Eguavoen's coaching philosophy which advocate for players to attack and defend as a unit.
That captain William Ekong scored from a tap in laid credence to the fact that the tactics are working for the team
3. Sadiq Umar Needs Time
Love or loathe him, Sadiq Umar is regarded as one the deadliest strikers in the Spanish Segunda division. Sadly he has not been able to translate that form into the national team. Coach Austin Eguavoen believes It is too early to throw the baby out with the bathwater, and he is willing to give Sadiq more time to become a better player.
