Don’t Write Nigeria Off Against Cameroon – Ikpea
By Akeem Busari
The National Chairman of Nigeria Football Supporters Club, Rev. Samuel Ikpea has urged soccer loving Nigerians to keep faith with the Super Eagles as it battles arch rival Cameroon today, in the second round of the ongoing 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON in Egypt, Bestchoicesports.com.ng can report
Speaking with the press, Ikpea whose NFSC members are already in Egypt to support the national team to victory noted that the recent lose to Madagascar seem to have dampened the morale of soccer fans, concerning the fortunes of the team in the championship.
“It is a fact that Nigerians both home and diaspora are disappointed that the Super Eagles have not been impressive so far,” he explained.
“However, I have strong belief in the abilities of the players to redeem themselves with a victory against Cameroon tomorrow. And I want to urge every patriotic Nigerian and football fans to rally in support of the Super Eagles and also pray for the team, ” Ikpea added.
He went on to advise that the head coach Gernot Rohr, should ensure he feature youngsters like Osimhen, Onyekuru and Chukwueze, alongside other experienced players like Ighalo, Ekong, Ndidi and Musa. Adding that only a sweet mix of youthfulness and experience can give the team victory.