The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been urged to focus on the positives from their recent friendly against Egypt as they prepare for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Defender Chidozie Awaziem emphasized the importance of extracting valuable lessons from the encounter, which took place at Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday night. Egypt won 2‑1, with goals from Mahmoud Saber and Mostafa Mohammed, while Awaziem headed Nigeria’s lone goal in the first half.
Despite the loss, Awaziem described the match as a beneficial test, noting that Egypt is a formidable opponent with talented players. He explained 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 tournament. While acknowledging that the result was not ideal, he stressed that the Super Eagles dominated large portions of the game, created numerous scoring opportunities, and kept their opponents under pressure.
Awaziem believes coach Eric Chelle has gained valuable insights, particularly regarding the newly invited players and their potential contributions. He urged the team to move forward, building on the positives from the friendly as they fine‑tune their strategy and make necessary adjustments before the Africa Cup of Nations. By applying the lessons learned from the Egypt match, the Super Eagles can maximize their chances of success in the upcoming competition.
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