Pretoria, South Africa – (African Boulevard News) – The Golden Eaglets coach, Nduka Ugbade, has revealed his game plan for their final group game against South Africa in the ongoing U17 AFCON tournament. The Golden Eaglets are currently sitting at the top of Group A with four points from two games, followed by the host team, South Africa, with three points. Ugbade is aware that a loss against South Africa will see his team crash out of the tournament.
In preparation for the crucial game against South Africa, Ugbade has emphasized the need for his team to play with discipline and stick to their game plan. “Our main aim is to avoid defeat in this game, and to do that, we need to be disciplined and play with caution,” Ugbade said.
The coach stated that he had watched South Africa’s previous games and had identified their strengths and weaknesses. According to Ugbade, South Africa is a physical side that likes to play long balls. Therefore, his team needs to remain alert and avoid conceding goals from set-pieces.
“We have analyzed South Africa’s game, and we know they play physical football, which makes it difficult for the opponents. We will be cautious, and we will try to keep the ball on the ground and play our passing game,” Ugbade added.
The Golden Eaglets coach also stressed the importance of his team having a strong mentality going into the game. “We have spoken to the players about the significance of the game. They know what is at stake, and they are prepared mentally and physically.”
With a draw guaranteeing the Nigerian side a place in the semi-final, the coach urged his team to maintain their focus and play with confidence. “We don’t want to put pressure on ourselves. We know what we need to do, and we will go out there and play our game,” Ugbade said.
Despite the pressure on his team, Ugbade remains optimistic about their chances of progressing to the next stage of the tournament. “We have a good team, and we are confident of getting a positive result against South Africa. We just need to stick to our game plan and remain focused,” he said.
In conclusion, the Golden Eaglets will be hoping to secure a spot in the semi-final when they play against South Africa in their final group game. With discipline, a strong mentality, and a well-executed game plan, the Nigerian side will be looking to emerge victorious and advance to the next stage of the U17 AFCON tournament.
