Former Nigeria International, Osaze Odemwingie has tasked Super Eagles players to be more tactical in their approach and learn from past mistakes for the team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Speaking with Brila FM on Saturday, Osaze stated that Coach Eric Chelle’s boys are struggling to secure victories in their ongoing qualifiers because they are refusing to learn from their previous mistakes.
He said: I’ve been following Nigeria’s results closely. We’re struggling to secure victories, and we’re learning the hard way. It would be embarrassing to miss out on two consecutive World Cups.
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“Watching the national team, I see that we’re not playing the kind of football we’re known for. We need to be more tactical and learn from our mistakes.
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“We were dominating the game, leading at one point, but the players became fatigued. When that happens, it’s important to make changes, close the gaps between the lines and hold onto the lead.
“This is something big teams must know how to do if they want to qualify for major tournaments like the World Cup. We shouldn’t underestimate our opponents, even if they don’t have star names.”
South Africa remain top of the group with 13 points after defeating Benin 2-0 while , Nigeria sit fourth after been held to a 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe at Godswil Akpabio International Stadium, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
