Olusola Adebayo

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Finidi banks on players to beat South Africa

The Coach of the Super Eagles, Finidi George has expressed confidence in the ability of his players to defeat South Africa in the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers billed for Friday in Uyo.

In a chat with the press ahead of the encounter gave an appraisal of the team's readiness and declare the Super Eagles ready to deliver the three points at stake.

"We have trained well, the players understand the task. I trust my players and their quality. It’s a must-win game, all the players are fit and are ready to go" .

The coach also used the occasion to allay any fears concerning injury to some of the players in the camp while also bore his mind on how he is coping with the presaure that comes with the all important match

“I don’t have anything to prove. I am relaxed, it is football. I want to win, I understand the tasks. I am not scared, I played to the highest and we are going for a win tomorrow.” said Finidi #2026fifawcq #caf #nigrsa #supereagles