Former Nigerian youth worldwide, Taiwo Oloyede, has urged the Flying Eagles to goal for at the very least a semi-final end on the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, stressing {that a} sturdy begin in Talca will probably be essential to their ambitions.
The workforce arrived in Talca on Thursday afternoon after finishing a 12-day coaching camp in Santiago, the place they held hosts Chile to a 1-1 draw and secured a formidable 3-1 win over Australia in warm-up matches. Lodged at Resort Diego de Almagro, the Flying Eagles have already begun coaching at Estadio Fiscal de Talca, the venue for all their Group F fixtures.
Talking on the workforce’s prospects, Oloyede mentioned the Flying Eagles are one of the vital proficient youth sides on the continent and may goal excessive. “A semi-final goal is sensible for this workforce. As soon as they get into the final 4, something can occur, and Nigeria has the pedigree to go even additional,” he mentioned.
Nevertheless, the previous junior worldwide harassed the significance of their opening recreation towards Norway on Monday, twenty ninth September. “The primary match is essential. In the event that they keep away from defeat, it would set a superb tone for the remainder of the competitors. A win will enhance confidence and cut back strain, however a poor begin could make issues very tough,” he defined.
Oloyede recommended the gamers’ willpower and the technical crew’s preparation, highlighting that the workforce seems to be organised and assured after their stint in Santiago. He added that sustaining focus, self-discipline, and consistency will probably be key to reaching their targets.
He concluded with encouragement: “The Flying Eagles should imagine in themselves. That is their second to put in writing historical past, and Nigerians are solidly behind them. A semi-final end is inside attain, and from there, the dream of profitable all of it can come alive.”
