Coach Al-Hadiri Backs LOOKMAN as World-Class Star
In a pre-match press conference ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between Nigeria and Libya, the latter’s coach, Nasser Al-Hadiri, has surprisingly praised Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman, describing him as a world-class player. Al-Hadiri believes that Lookman’s talent can make a significant difference in the absence of Victor Osimhen, who is scheduled to be absent during the match at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium.
The Libyan coach emphasized that the Nigerian team is not solely dependent on one individual player, but rather has a strong team with numerous world-class players, including Lookman. He noted that the team’s depth is evident in the presence of other talented players like Atalanta’s star, emphasizing that the absence of Osimhen alone would not impact the team’s performance.
Interestingly, Al-Hadiri also revealed that while he considers Osimhen to be the best player in Africa, he does not believe his absence will have a significant impact on the Nigerian team. This bold statement from the coach suggests that he is confident in the capabilities of other players, including Lookman, to drive the team’s performance forward.
Fans will be keen to see if Lookman can live up to the hype and make a significant impact on the pitch as Nigeria seeks to secure a crucial victory in the AFCON qualifier.