Dennerby explains Cameroon struggle, talks Nigeria chances against South Africa
In the wake of Super Falcons’ 4-2 extra time win against Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon on Tuesday, the headcoach of the women national team Thomas Dennerby has explained why hus side struggled in the semifinal game.
“We know when we came that Cameroon is a good team, honestly I was not happy in the first 10 to 15 mins, my players were anxious, we lost the ball too much and definitely in the midfield, we had to defend alot. Looking at the game, we were compact, we defended well in depth and width I think that was key in our win.”
Dennerby who led the team to another final expressed his satisfaction with what the team has achieved, talked extensively on what the team must do and their chances in the final.
“We said when we came here, that we had two goals, the first one was to qualify for the World Cup, we did that today, I’m impressed. When it comes to the final we will do whatever it takes to bring the Cup back to Nigeria.
“It’s a good stand to know it’s difficult to score against us, definitely we need to improve on the attack, quick passing and more options upfront.
“We have a very good chance to beat South Africa, now it’s time to rest two days, extra day before the final. It’s really a tough game today, as you can see alot of players are tired, we have 3 to 4 of them who had cramps, it’s time for recovery and I will say we have a good chance to win in the final.”
Nigeria and South Africa will battle in the AWCON 2018 final in Ghana by 5pm on Saturday.
By: Tope Adefala
