Nigeria’s Super Eagles B head coach, Daniel Ogunmodede, has expressed his team’s commitment to compete with relentless spirit in their upcoming match against Ghana’s Black Galaxies for the second leg of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers.
This pivotal encounter is scheduled for Saturday, December 28, at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium. The first leg, which took place last Sunday at the Accra Sports Stadium, concluded in a scoreless draw, setting the stage for an intense showdown in Uyo.
In his remarks prior to the decisive match, Ogunmodede highlighted his team’s determination and focus on achieving a home victory.
“We are doing everything to stay focused by avoiding any distractions,” Ogunmodede said. “Yes, we got a scoreless draw in the first leg away and now playing at home, but we are not in any way carried away. Our objective was to score an away goal in Accra, but that did not happen.”
Ogunmodede expressed unwavering confidence in his team’s capacity to meet the challenges presented by their enduring rivalry with Ghana.
“On Saturday, we will approach the game like our lives depend on it,” he declared.
“This match is about more than tactics or skill; it’s about heart, determination, and fighting like warriors for every ball and opportunity. We know what this means for Nigeria, and we’re ready to give everything.”
The coach has been diligently focused on keeping his team both mentally and physically ready for the challenging competition that lies ahead. Recognizing the danger presented by a determined Ghanaian team looking to bounce back from recent disappointments in the AFCON qualifiers, Ogunmodede is inspiring his players to put forth their maximum effort.
“This is a battle of pride and purpose,” he concluded. “We respect Ghana, but we are confident in our preparation and spirit.”
The highly anticipated clash will kick off at 16:00 GMT.
