Nigeria Must Brace Up for Tough AFCON Challenge – Ex-Super Eagles player Aghahowa

Aghahowa encourages Super Eagles to win Next AFCON

Nigeria Must Brace Up for Tough AFCON Challenge – Ex-Super Eagles player Aghahowa

Hassan Abdulsalam 17:19 - 06.12.2023

These articles provide context to Aghahowa's recent remarks and highlight the key talking points surrounding the Super Eagles' preparations for AFCON 2023.

Former Nigerian striker Julius Aghahowa has urged the Super Eagles to be prepared for a difficult challenge at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d'Ivoire.

Julius Aghahowa while playing for Super Eagles

With the tournament rapidly approaching, Aghahowa stressed the importance of adapting to the different playing style and physicality expected in Africa, compared to the European leagues where most of the Super Eagles players compete.

Aghahowa Believes in the Team's Potential

Despite the expected challenges, Aghahowa expressed confidence in the Super Eagles' ability to compete for the trophy. He emphasized the importance of mental toughness and a winning mentality for the players to succeed.

Super Eagles celebrating a goal

"The players can do it, and I believe in them," Aghahowa stated. "But that commitment and resilience that the game is a must-win should be added to their mentality." Aghahowa told NAN.

Tough Group Awaits the Super Eagles

The Super Eagles are drawn in Group A alongside hosts Cote d'Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, and Guinea-Bissau. Their campaign will kick off on January 14th against Equatorial Guinea at the Alhassan Quattara Stadium in Ebimpe.

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