Tremendous Eagles assistant captain, Victor Osimhen, has admitted that Morocco maintain a bonus over Nigeria forward of Wednesday evening’s Africa Cup of Nations semi-final conflict because of the backing of their house supporters.
Osimhen, who is anticipated to guide the staff within the absence of suspended captain Wilfred Ndidi, spoke forward of the essential encounter, acknowledging the problem posed by the Atlas Lions on house soil.
The Galatasaray striker, nonetheless, expressed confidence that the Tremendous Eagles have what it takes to safe a spot within the closing.
“They’ve an excellent squad, proficient gamers, however I believe we’re probably the most feared groups on this match,” Osimhen mentioned instructed CBS Sports Golazo, in a video that was shared on X on Tuesday.
“Contemplating the sort of skills we now have within the squad. I believe there is no such thing as a strain within the camp. We don’t even speak concerning the Morocco staff within the camp; we simply take one recreation as they arrive.
The previous Napoli ahead famous that Nigeria’s current victory over Algeria had boosted the staff’s perception.
“We simply performed a really massive nation, Algeria, and we simply displayed one thing that the entire world sees that these guys are actually up for the trophy.
Osimhen, nonetheless, admitted that Morocco’s house benefit might play a task within the contest.
“However after all it’s not going to be simple as a result of the Moroccans are enjoying in hundreds in entrance of their crowd, which is a bonus for them.
The striker insisted that the Tremendous Eagles usually are not intimidated by giant crowds, noting that many gamers within the squad are used to high-pressure environments.
“I believe many people right here within the Tremendous Eagles have performed in Stadiums the place there’s 80, 90 capability.
“So for me, personally, there’s completely no strain, I simply deal with my staff, and when the day of the match comes, we simply give the whole lot and hope for the win. It’s not going to be simple, however I believe we’ve acquired an opportunity.”