Former Super Falcons’ coach, Godwin Izilein, has said that Nigeria’s national team coach, Gernot Rohr picked the best players that would make the country proud at the World Cup in Russia.
Izilein gave the assurance while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Benin.
According to him, the team has had the best of preparation and played quality friendly matches, adding that what the team needs now is prayers.
He said: “As for the players picked by the coach and comments over his selections, I quite commend the coach for appearing not ruffled by the comments.
“Rohr’s critics may not see why the coach picked those he picked.
“He knows what he wants and if he feels those he picked will give him what he wants, let’s wish him the best.”
Speaking on the Super Eagles friendly match with England, Izilein said he was not disturbed with the outcome of the game.
The former Super Falcons tactician noted that those that spied on the Eagles tactical play would have been disappointed.
Izilein said: “Our opponents came in there to pick one or two things about the eagles to prepare their team against us, but I am happy that they saw nothing.
“They are still wondering if this is the team they will be playing against.
“To me, I am happy about the outcome. The Eagles will surprise the world in Russia; I am very convinced that the Eagles will do well at the World Cup.”
It will be recalled that Rohr on Sunday released the final names of 23 players that will represent Nigeria at the World Cup.
Trending
- Tinubu appoints renowned banker Jim Ovia as Chair of NELFUND
- Yahaya Bello: EFCC boss Olukoyede to face criminal trial for contempt of court
- President Tinubu appoint CEOs for two agencies
- Breaking: Veteran Yoruba actor, Ogunjimi is dead
- EX-PRESIDENT BUHARI MOURNS DEMISE OF SIDI ALI, DR. BAFFA YO
- Japa Crises: 58,000 of 130,000 registered doctors renewed licence, says MDCN
- 34-Km Ikorodu-Itokin Road Reconstruction: Gov Sanwo-Olu, Senator Abiru Pay Thank You Visit To Works Minister, Umahi, Make Case For Road Dualisation
- Yahaya Bello: EFCC Chairman’s conduct suggest vendetta, not fight against corruption – Concerned APC chieftains