WWC: Ex-Falcons’ Coach, Izilein Predicts Super Falcons’ Victory
A former Falcons’ Coach, Godwin Izilein has predicted the victory of the Falcons at the ongoing Women’s World Cup; saying the team has the potential to surpass
its quarter-finals record.
Speaking on Friday, Izilein stated
that there is a need for the players to improve on their team’s cohesion for a better outing in their coming game.
The former coach who noted that the team’s performance so far at the ongoing Women’s World Cup was encouraging also said effective possession of the ball is essential for them to keep up with the game.
He said, “So far, the team has surpassed the expectations of many. The team can indeed surpass its previous record of reaching the quarter-finals. The girls need to ensure effective possession of the ball. This is lacking in the Falcons’ team now. It is advantageous to keep possession of the ball. Our girls also need to learn how to mark when dispossessed,”.
Izilein also encouraged the team to make good use of the ongoing World Cup to write their names in the book of history
He expressed worry that the country still had nothing to show after making nine appearances at the global event.
”You can see that there is a need to improve our performance. We have the materials, the girls are strong and experienced, we can achieve it,” he said.
The Super Falcons are now top of their group ahead of Canada and Australia, following their 3-2 win against the co-host team on Thursday.
The Nigerian side, who drew their opening game against Canada, is billed to play their last group match against Ireland on Monday. (NAN)
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