The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been urged to focus on the positives from their recent friendly match against Egypt, as they prepare for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. According to Media Talk Africa, the team’s defender, Chidozie Awaziem, emphasized the importance of taking away valuable lessons from the encounter.

The friendly match, which took place at the Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday night, saw Egypt emerge victorious with a 2-1 scoreline. Mahmoud Saber and Mostafa Mohammed scored for the hosts, while Awaziem netted Nigeria’s goal with a header in the first half. Despite the loss, Awaziem described the match as a beneficial test for the Super Eagles, noting that Egypt is a formidable opponent with talented players.

The Nantes star stated that the primary purpose of the friendly was to assess the team’s performance, try out new players and tactics, and prepare for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. Reflecting on the team’s performance, Awaziem acknowledged that the result was not ideal but emphasized the need to focus on the positives. He noted that the Super Eagles dominated the game, created numerous scoring opportunities, and pinned their opponents back.

Awaziem believes that the team’s coach, Eric Chelle, has gained valuable insights from the match, particularly with regards to the newly invited players and their potential contributions to the team. The defender stressed the importance of moving forward and building on the positives from the friendly match as the team prepares for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

The Super Eagles will be looking to use this experience to fine-tune their strategy and make necessary adjustments before the tournament. With the AFCON on the horizon, the team’s focus will be on maximizing their chances of success in the competition. By taking the positives from the Egypt friendly and applying the lessons learned, the Super Eagles can work towards achieving their goals in the upcoming tournament.