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71 Group Managing Director, Complete Communications Limited, Dr. Mumuni Alao, has explained why it is important the Super Eagles get the first goal in Thursday’s clash with hosts Côte d’Ivoire.
The Eagles will hope to record their first win in Group A at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations when they face the Ivorians.
Despite heading into Sunday’s game against Equatorial Guinea as heavy favourites, the Eagles could only settle for a 1-1 draw.
On their part, Côte d’Ivoire got off to a perfect start thanks to a 2-0 win against Guinea-Bissau.
Previewing the big clash, Dr. Alao said the first goal of the game will determine the outcome of the game.
“The first goal will be decisive; the Super Eagles must score it. To do that, they must be adventurous and clinical against the Ivorians.
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“The Eagles must start the match on the front foot, take the fight to the opposition instead of adopting their usual slow starts. And when the goal scoring opportunities come, they must take them!
“Nigeria scoring first will create some panic in the home team and anxiety amongst their supporters which the Eagles can capitalise on to score again. If the Ivorians are allowed to score first, they will settle down to dictate proceedings and a comeback will be difficult for Nigeria.
“I wish the Super Eagles the best of luck.“
The last time the Eagles faced Côte d’Ivoire at the AFCON was in the quarter-finals in 2013.
Led by the late Stephen Keshi, the Eagles triumphed 2-1 and proceeded to be crowned AFCON champions.
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