Bassey Blames Late Arrivals for Super Eagles’ Draw Against Poland
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has said the late arrival of several players to camp played a part in Nigeria’s 2-2 draw with Poland in an international friendly in Warsaw on Wednesday.
The Fulham defender was among the players introduced in the second half after joining the team’s camp on Monday.
Nigeria looked set for victory after taking a 2-1 lead, but a stoppage-time goal from Poland denied the Super Eagles a win as the match ended in a draw.
Speaking after the game, Bassey admitted that the team were disappointed not to secure the victory but pointed to the limited time the players had together before the match.
“We should have got the win. Conceding two late goals in both halves shows there are things we must adjust,” Bassey said.
“A lot of us arrived at different times, and a few players only joined camp yesterday, so it was good to get some minutes on the pitch.”
The defender, however, believes the team will improve as the players spend more time together ahead of future matches.
The result means Nigeria remain unbeaten in their recent games, although the late goals conceded against Poland will give the coaching staff important lessons as preparations continue for upcoming competitions.
