Former Nigerian international Joseph Dosu has backed Flying Eagles goalkeeper Ebenezer Harcourt to keep developing despite Nigeria exit from the ongoing 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
Recall that Nigeria suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat to Argentina in the Round of 16 on Wednesday night.
Although some pundits have criticized Harcourt’s performance, Dosu noted via his official X handle that the Flying Eagles goalkeeper is still young and will continue to develop over time.
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“The recent performances of Flying Eagles goalkeeper remember that Harcour is still a young and developing goalkeeper.
“All he needs now is a word of Encouragement,Harcourt his still a young goalkeeper that will grow as time goes on .
The Flying Eagles have historically been among the continent’s standard-bearers at U-20 level, famously defeating Argentina two years ago at the 2023 edition.
But this time, the South Americans came prepared, and Nigeria simply couldn’t match their intensity.
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Harcourt was really disappointing at this tournament. Between him, Daga and Arierhi, I can’t tell who was more disappointing. He barely made any save worthy of note.
To think Man U allegedly sent scouts to watch him at this tournament.
I hope he goes back to take a critical assessment of his performance in this tournament, get a personal trainer and start pushing for a place in the NPFL for more experience and visibility.
He holds so much promise but needs a cool head and proper mentorship.