Christopher Danjuma, coach of the national U-20 women’s team, has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness to defend their title at the African Games.
As the defending champions, Danjuma emphasized the team’s determination to give their best and retain their crown.
Ahead of the tournament, Danjuma highlighted the significance of the competition as an opportunity for the team to assess their strengths and areas for improvement in preparation for the upcoming World Cup.
“We take competitions as they come, we plan, because immediately you qualify from the group stage it’s straight to the Semifinal.
And Nigeria is the defending champion,” stated Danjuma.
He outlined the team’s upcoming matches against Morocco and Senegal, emphasizing the importance of securing victories to progress to the semifinals.
With Cameroon withdrawing from the competition, Nigeria’s focus is on overcoming their remaining opponents to advance in the tournament.
Danjuma emphasized that the team’s goal is to qualify for the semifinals, recognizing the matches against Morocco and Senegal as crucial steps towards achieving this objective.
He stressed that the tournament serves as a prelude to the World Cup, providing valuable opportunities to fine-tune strategies and address areas needing improvement before the main event.
As Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team prepares to embark on their campaign at the African Games, Danjuma’s positive outlook reflects the team’s determination to excel on the continental stage and pave the way for success at the upcoming World Cup.
