Owolabi Ex-International Player urges the super eagles to be cohesive ahead of their quarterfinal clash with the Stable Antelope of Angola at the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire, former international player Felix Owolabi has offered valuable advice to the Nigerian team. Owolabi, a member of the triumphant 1980 Green Eagles AFCON-winning team, emphasized the importance of cohesive play for success in the upcoming match.
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In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos, Owolabi stressed the significance of team spirit, citing it as a decisive factor in overcoming tactical challenges. The Super Eagles are scheduled to face the Stable Antelope at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan on February 2, 6 p.m. local time.
Owolabi expressed confidence that a solid team spirit would propel the Super Eagles past the quarterfinal stage into the semifinals. He highlighted the evolving understanding among players on the pitch, noting that as the competition progresses, so does their familiarity with each other’s playing styles.
“While the Super Eagles may not have performed exceptionally well in the group stage, their continued participation has allowed the players to grasp each other’s patterns,” Owolabi remarked. “Playing cohesively as a team will always supersede any formation.”
Recapping the team’s journey so far, the Super Eagles secured their spot in the quarterfinals with a 2-0 victory over the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon, while Angola triumphed over Namibia with a 3-0 win.
Owolabi expressed optimism about the Super Eagles’ chances, urging them to replicate their commendable performance against Cameroon. He envisioned that an even better display in the quarterfinals would capture the hearts of Nigerians, making the Super Eagles the nation’s darlings once again.
As the anticipation builds for this crucial AFCON showdown, Owolabi’s insights underscore the significance of teamwork and unity for the Super Eagles to advance in the tournament and reignite the passion of their fans.
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