By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Flying Eagles defender Emmanuel Chukwu says the team is firmly focused on securing a win in their opening fixture at the ongoing 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, Prompt News reports.
Nigeria and Tunisia will do battle at the June 30 Stadium, Cairo on Thursday (Tuesday).
Chukwu reckoned they want to make a positive start in Egypt.
“We understand the importance of this game, as it is our first game in the competition, the youngster told NFF TV.
“Our coaches have prepared us for the task ahead. They have also told us how to approach the game.We are going for the three points, we are ready, and sure won’t disappoint the fans.”
The four semi-finalists in Egypt will qualify for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile later in the year.
The centre-back said the team’s main objective is to make it to the World Cup.
“Like the coach said, the first target is to get the ticket to the World Cup first, and then we can look forward to taking the trophy home,”he added.
