Ghana’s Black Galaxies coach, Mas-Ud Didi Dramani, has issued a stern warning to his Nigerian counterpart, stating that his team is not in Uyo to sit back and allow the Super Eagles B to dominate them, Completesports.com reports.
Dramani spoke during Friday’s pre-match press conference ahead of Saturday’s crucial CHAN qualification final-round return leg clash between the two West African nations.
The first leg in Accra last weekend ended in a goalless draw, leaving Nigeria needing a win by any margin to secure their place in the CHAN finals, set to be hosted next February by three East African nations: Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.
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When asked whether his team would adopt a defensive approach in Saturday’s encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Dramani dismissed the notion, insisting they would play offensively.
“No, we’re not going to park the bus. Instead, we will attack, attack, and attack while keeping a close eye on the Nigerian attackers,” Dramani stated.
“We’re here to win. You cannot win if you don’t score goals. And you don’t score goals if you don’t attack.”
Dramani expressed great respect for Nigeria’s Super Eagles B, acknowledging the quality of their players. He also commended both teams as worthy representatives of their respective domestic leagues.
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The Ghana coach emphasised that his team has moved past the first-leg result, focusing fully on the task ahead.
“The first leg match is behind us, as are previous games between Ghana and Nigeria. This is a new chapter—an open game, challenging in nature. Unfortunately, one of these two quality West African teams will miss out on next year’s finals.
“But as for us, we are physically and mentally prepared and ready for the game,” Dramani stressed.
By Sab Osuji, in Uyo
