Bassey confident as Super Eagles target AFCON progress
Calvin Bassey believes the Super Eagles can continue their impressive run as they head into the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations. The defender highlighted the team's determination to maintain momentum after a strong group stage performance. Bassey stressed the importance of their final group match, despite already securing qualification. He remains focused on helping the team improve defensively in the upcoming games.
Match highlights
- Calvin Bassey expressed confidence in the Super Eagles' ability to sustain their form in the AFCON knockout stages.
- Nigeria secured a 3-1 victory over Uganda in their last group match, finishing with nine points from three games.
- The team will face Mozambique in the round of 16 as they continue their quest for the title.
- Bassey emphasized that the players approached the final group game with full commitment, aiming to make a statement.
- Nigeria have scored eight goals in three group matches but have yet to keep a clean sheet, conceding four goals in Group C.
