Categories: SPORTS

2023 U-17 AFCON: Golden Eaglets Must Tighten Up Their Defence Against Burkina Faso –Agu Warns

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Alloy Agu has warned the Golden Eaglets to keep things tight at the back ahead of their clash with Burkina Faso in the ongoing 2023 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations.

Recall that Nigeria will face Burkina Faso in the quarter-finals of the tournament on Thursday.

Nigeria made it to this stage after beating South Africa in their last group B game while Burkina Faso defeated Cameroon 2-1 on Sunday.

READ ALSO: Minister Of Sports Congratulates Victor Osimhen

However, in a chat with Completesports.com, Agu stated that he’s optimistic the team can overcome Burkina Faso in the knockout stages.

He also warned the team to tighten up their defence and avoid conceding goals if they are to book a World Cup berth.

Sponsored

“I am impressed with the general performance of the team considering the fact that have made it to the quarter-finals of the competition.

“But then, I am sad with the fact that they have conceded too many goals in the group stages and must tighten up their defence when they face Burkina Faso.

“Notwithstanding, I am optimistic Nigeria will fly over Burkina Faso.”

SPONSORED
Nobert Okechukwu

Recent Posts

Musk Slams Trump’s Trade Advisor, Calls Him A ‘Moron’

On Tuesday, Elon Musk referred to Peter Navarro, a senior White House trade advisor, as…

35 seconds ago

Ohanaeze Urges Southeast Govs To Act On Insecurity, Threatens State Of Emergency

South-East governors' silence in the face of ongoing killings in the region has been denounced…

17 minutes ago

22-Year-Old Hairdresser Jailed 5 Years Over Nigerian Women Trafficking

Nicky Isabella, a hairdresser who is 22 years old, was sentenced to five years in…

40 minutes ago

Enugu Lawmaker Quits Labour Party, Claims Party In Crisis

On Tuesday, Hon. Eze Gabriel Lebechi, the representative for the Isi-Uzo State constituency in the…

2 hours ago

Don’t Let Twitter Polls Deceive You; Topping Nigerian Charts Isn’t Worth Celebrating — Burna Boy Tells Artists

Burna Boy, a Grammy Award-winning Nigerian musician, has cautioned other musicians against getting too excited…

2 hours ago

“Nnamdi Kanu Is Not Nigeria’s Problem, But The Solution Nigeria Needs” — Prince Kanu

Prince Emmanuel Kanu, the younger brother to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of…

2 hours ago