After a less-than-stellar opening victory over Tanzania at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has urged calm and calm. He claims that the most crucial goal, which is three crucial points, has been achieved.
Ndidi characterized the first game of a major tournament as a test of rhythm, fitness, and mentality, as well as the well-known difficulties that accompany it.
After the Super Eagles beat the Taifa Stars on Tuesday, the midfielder said, “It was a good game.”
The tournament’s opening game always goes this way, with momentum and all, but it was really, really good. Which three points are the most crucial to us?
In the 2-1 victory, Nigeria set the tone and displayed signs of the attacking intent they had hoped for.
The Six Key Takeaways From The Nigeria vs. Tanzania Game can be found HERE.
The Super Eagles were under pressure and struggling to maintain their previous dominance in the second half, which turned out to be more demanding. However, the three-time African champions were assured of taking all three points at stake by their performance on the night.
Ndidi was open about the game’s outcome, apologizing for the team’s performance after the break but offering his condolences.
“The pace was good, and the first half was good. Maybe we were a little worn out in the second half or something. Although it didn’t go as planned, we did a very, very well react. The Besiktas midfielder praised the team, saying, “I’m proud of them.
Questions have been raised about the team’s defensive resilience as a result of Nigeria’s record of 13 straight games without a clean sheet. However, the former Leicester City player has shied away from panic.
Ndidi firmly stated, “I’m not worried at all.” The three points are ours. That is crucial.
When asked whether the current team could match or even surpass Nigeria’s 2023 AFCON record, Ndidi expressed optimism.
Source: Channels TV
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