Aiyegbeni tells Super Eagles to prepare for tougher AFCON tests
Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has urged Nigeria to prepare for tougher tests at the Africa Cup of Nations despite their 2–1 opening win over Tanzania. He praised Victor Osimhen’s hard work and movement but noted that the Galatasaray forward was unlucky not to score, even though he consistently found good positions in front of goal. Aiyegbeni highlighted the team’s attacking play in Fez, where Nigeria built moves through the flanks and quick combinations around the box. He said Alex Iwobi controlled key moments, linking well with Samuel Chukwueze and Ademola Lookman to create chances for Osimhen. He pointed to the number of opportunities created as proof that the system around the striker is working. However, he insisted that Nigeria must keep improving their creative midfield play if they want to go far at AFCON 2025. Quoting his comments […]