Author: Tumininu Yussuf
The coach admitted that the team had shortcomings, particularly in front of goal, and confirmed changes were imminent.
That means no Champions League windfall, no continental campaign to entice summer signings, and likely ruthless cost-cutting under Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
In summary, the Premier League’s performance across Europe this season has opened the door to unprecedented access to UEFA competitions.
That confident declaration has followed him through a roller-coaster 2024–25 season as Spurs now prepare for an all-English Europa League final against Manchester United in Bilbao.
He also expressed confidence in the team and insists they will focus on improving their shortcomings before the World Cup.
Madugu added that the matches will also help the coaching staff determine which players fit into the team’s long-term plans as the countdown to WAFCON continues.
In the previous round Quadri beat Norway’s Borgar Haug in a tense 4-2 victory.
The 2024 Paris Olympic finalist crossed the line in 45.34 seconds, comfortably ahead of decathlete Peyton Bair (46.08s) and Devan Crumpton (46.23s), booking his place in Saturday’s final.
This event automatically strengthens Nigeria’s representation at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
This is Coach Madugu’s second major camp in charge of the senior national team since taking over from Randy Waldrum.
