Browsing: Flying Eagles

Despite keeping a clean sheet against Tunisia, the Nigerian side showed vulnerabilities, particularly during quick transitional moments after losing the ball in midfield.

However, with Morocco leading the group on goal difference after edging Kenya 3–2, Zubairu is already looking to refine his side for the top-of-the-table clash at the June 30 Stadium in Cairo.

The Flying Eagles’ organization and compact defence kept the North Africans at bay throughout the remainder of the first half.

Nigeria, who last lifted the continental title in 2015, are among the favourites once again, thanks to their rich pedigree and strong performances in recent competitions.

Nigeria will face Tunisia on Thursday in their Group B opener, a match that could shape the momentum of their campaign.

Zubairu and his players are approaching the tournament with a game-by-game mindset, knowing that consistency and focus are key.

“We must not underestimate any team, especially during the group stage,” he said. “We have to be mentally ready and give our all from the very first game.”

Nigeria, who are the most successful team in the competition’s history with seven titles, are aiming to extend their record with an eighth triumph in Egypt.

Meanwhile in Egypt, the Flying Eagles are expected to play a couple of friendly matches ahead of their Group B opener against Tunisia.

The revised draw, conducted by CAF after Egypt stepped in as tournament hosts, placed Nigeria in what some have called another “Group of Death”.