Zimbabwe’s head coach Michael Nees warns Nigeria and Benin ahead of World Cup qualifiers, emphasizing the need for strong performances. Zimbabwe ranks sixth, while Nigeria is fifth in the group, with both teams yet to secure points. Nees remains optimistic about their chances in the upcoming matches.
Michael Nees, the head coach of Zimbabwe, has issued a stern warning to Nigeria’s Super Eagles and the Republic of Benin ahead of their upcoming World Cup qualifier matches. Currently, Zimbabwe ranks sixth and Nigeria fifth in their qualifying group, with both teams yet to earn any points since the qualifiers began.
Zimbabwe is set to face Benin today, followed by a match against Nigeria in Uyo next Tuesday. Nees emphasized that his team is solely focused on securing a victory in these crucial fixtures.
In his comments, Nees acknowledged the challenges posed by both teams, stating, “Two difficult games, first against Benin and then Nigeria, when you consider the results and analyze the opponents.” He highlighted Benin’s quality and reaffirmed the need for Zimbabwe to approach the matches with positivity and self-confidence.
Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Super Eagles are looking to secure three points against Rwanda in their next match, which they hope will set a positive tone for their home game against Zimbabwe. Coach Nees remarked, “We have to restart this qualification in a positive way” and expressed his intentions to improve their standings in the group.
The last encounter between the Zimbabwe Warriors and the Super Eagles ended in a 1-1 draw, suggesting that both teams have the potential for a closely contested match this time around.
Zimbabwe’s head coach, Michael Nees, is determined for his team to secure wins against Nigeria and Benin in the World Cup qualifiers. Both teams are currently struggling without points in the group, and Nees has emphasized the need for confidence and a positive approach. Nigeria also aims to gain momentum in their upcoming matches.
Original Source: soccernet.ng
