Head coach of the senior national team of Equatorial Guinea Juan Micha Obiang says his team is prepared to claim a win in their opening game at the Africa Cup of Nations against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.
The Nzalang Nacional head into the game against Nigeria undefeated in their last 10 games. They have won six, and with four drawn games and have conceded once in their last four outings.
Obiang said the team is high in confidence and will approach the game with the mindset of picking a win, even though Nigeria with all their stars are the favourite heading into the game.
“Nigeria is a great team. They have exceptional players who can be dangerous at any moment, but we are very focused and ready to approach the game calmly”, he said at the pre match presser.
He was asked if they will look to exploit the weakness of the Nigerian team which is in goal, he said they have prepared adequately to take advantage of any circumstance that will give them the win.
“The team is in great shape, and our primary goal is to secure qualification for the next phase. We are well-prepared to confront tomorrow’s match and the subsequent ones in Group A.
He stated, “We understand that we are not the favourites to start, but the team is composed, and I believe we will deliver a strong performance to secure the win. In our group, anything is possible.
“We are not here to be underestimated by anyone. We are not anyone’s Cinderella.” He gushed.
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