In a post-match interview following Ikorodu FC’s hard-fought 0-0 draw against Crown FC in the Nigeria National League, newly appointed head coach Bright Ozegbagbei shared his reflections on the team’s performance and his feelings about his debut as coach, Sports247 reports.
Ozegbagbei expressed satisfaction with his team’s adherence to the game plan, emphasizing their preparedness to face tough opposition. “We were happy that we stuck to the plan. We knew we were coming here to work and to play against a good team, and we were happy to secure a point,” he said, highlighting the resilience and determination of his squad.
Regarding his personal feelings about his first official match as head coach, Ozegbagbei remained composed, stressing the consistency in approach regardless of the opponents. “The feeling has been the same, we have work to do so we have to keep focus on reaching our objectives this season,” he affirmed, demonstrating his commitment to the team’s goals.
Looking ahead to the next fixture against Ijebu United, Ozegbagbei expressed optimism about playing at home and hinted at a more assertive performance. “We are playing at home so it is going to be different. We can really execute our plan well. So hopefully on Saturday, we can come out victorious,” he declared, instilling confidence in the team’s ability to secure a positive result.
Addressing concerns about injuries sustained during the match, Ozegbagbei reassured fans that they were minor knocks and expressed confidence in the squad’s depth. “Yeah, there are minor knocks, so we don’t really have much worries in that area… in this second stanza we will be able to reinforce,” he assured, signaling readiness to overcome any challenges that may arise.
With Bright Ozegbagbei at the helm, Ikorodu FC shows promise as they navigate through the Nigeria National League, aiming for success under their new coach’s guidance.
