Former Tremendous Eagles head coach Samson Siasia has thrown his weight behind Nigeria forward of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco (21 Dec 2025 – 18 Jan 2026), urging the gamers to present their best possible and restore satisfaction after the current World Cup disappointment.
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Siasia, one in every of Nigeria’s most achieved coaches at youth and senior degree, stated the expertise within the squad has by no means been the difficulty, insisting that Nigeria nonetheless has a group able to making a deep run in Morocco.
“The gamers’ qualities have by no means been doubtful. One setback in World Cup qualifying doesn’t change that,” Siasia said.
He praised the provisional AFCON squad launched by coach Eric Sekou Chelle, calling on Nigerians to unite behind the coach somewhat than criticize his early choices.
“We should assist the coach and the gamers he has invited. This isn’t the time for division or arguments. It’s time to rally behind the group,” he added.
Siasia emphasised that AFCON tournaments usually reward groups that present starvation, self-discipline, and unity, values he believes the present squad should embody to compete successfully.
“AFCON is a match the place need issues. The boys should give their all, combat for each ball, and play for the badge,” he stated.
The previous coach additionally urged the gamers to make use of the match as a chance for redemption, reminding them that Nigerians nonetheless count on excellence regardless of current disappointments.
“This AFCON is an opportunity to make Nigerians proud once more. The group should take it significantly and present character,” he famous.
Siasia, recognized for nurturing prime skills like Mikel Obi and Victor Obinna, believes Nigeria’s success is dependent upon the gamers embracing accountability and performing with confidence.
“They have to step onto the pitch believing they’ll win. The power is there, t’s the mentality that issues now,” he stated.
He concluded with a message of hope for the nation:
“Nigeria can have an excellent match. With full dedication and nationwide assist, the Tremendous Eagles will do effectively in Morocco.”
