By Obaloluwa Joshua, Abidjan
Angola head coach, Pedro Goncalves says his side have respect for the Super Eagles but are not afraid of the three-time African champions.
Goncalves’ side have impressed at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, with three wins and one draw.
The Portuguese reckoned that the Super Eagles are a good side, but hinted that his team is ready for the duel.
“This match means a lot for our team and for the entire Angolan nation, which has dreamed for years of seeing the team at this stage of the competition,”he told a press conference on Thursday.
“We will face Nigeria, a great nation in African football. This match is an opportunity to show our worth; we have worked and given our all to reach this level of the competition. I congratulate my team, which has always been dedicated. The match is an opportunity to show that we have evolved. READ ALSO:
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“We respect Nigeria for what they have demonstrated so far in African football. Currently, Nigeria has a very strong team with players who play in major European leagues, such as the Premier League and Serie A.They use the best playing system to compete in this Africa Cup of Nations.”
