Burkina Faso’s head coach Brahima Traore has said his team will have to prepare very well to beat Nigeria and earn a World Cup ticket.
Burkina Faso progressed into the quarter-finals of the 2023 U-17 AFCON after a 2-1 comeback win against defending champions Cameroon on Sunday.
The Burkinabes trailed 1-0 against Cameroon after 61 minutes, but scored two goals within two minutes in the final quarter of an hour to earn an automatic slot in the last eight.
In his post-match press conference, Traore lauded his side’s resilience while reiterating their objectives in this year’s U-17 AFCON.
“We had two objectives in this tournament; first to get to the semi-finals and then to fight for the title,” he was quoted on CAF website.
“We will prepare well for Nigeria to enable us get to the semis and earn the World Cup ticket.”
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Traore revealed how his team was able to overcome a strong Cameroon side despite going behind.
“When we conceded the first goal, we just changed our system and tactics to be more attacking. We put pressure on them and scored the two goals.
“We worked hard and had a good fighting spirit. We went 1-0 down but never gave up. We had confidence in ourselves and I am happy with the desire shown by the players.”
Burkina Faso now move from Annaba to Algiers, where they are scheduled to play the Golden Eaglets on Thursday, May 11.
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Morroco had 25% attack on the eaglet and won.the south Africa scored as much as they attack early. And the Zambia defended until they found out that attacking is better for their team but lost by a goal.so for ur team to have a chance of a win again eaglet u must attack Early in the game.and if u decides to defend throughout to counter.den u are on ur own.
Hope Ugbade is listening to this coach. No early conceding a goal as it was against Morocco.
Edoman we will conquer Burkinaso faso for the second time after defeating them at WAFU CUP!!!
I love your confidence Chima. The Golden Eaglets have it in them to snatch one of the world cup tickets and even lift the trophy.
They just need to settle down, play their game, retain their composure and keep it tight at the back.
They are a talented bunch but the quarter final against Burkina Faso will be tough!