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Published on 2024-03-21 09:28:13
Ademola Lookman, a key player for the Super Eagles, is eagerly anticipating the upcoming international friendly against Ghana in Morocco. The match serves as an opportunity for the team to showcase their level of skill and performance. Lookman, who has had a successful season with Atalanta scoring nine goals and providing three assists in 29 appearances, also impressed at the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) held in Ivory Coast.
Having recorded three goals and an assist in seven games during AFCON 2023, Lookman was one of the first players to arrive in Morocco for the friendlies against Ghana and Mali. In an interview with the Super Eagles media officer, Babafemi Raji, Lookman expressed his excitement for the upcoming match against Ghana after a productive training session in Marrakech.
Reflecting on their recent AFCON journey, Lookman shared that the team is pleased to reunite and prepare for the friendly matches with both familiar faces and new additions in the squad. He emphasized the positive experiences from AFCON and the camaraderie among the players as they gear up to face Ghana and Mali in the upcoming friendlies.
Regarding the expectations for the friendly against Ghana, Lookman stressed the team’s eagerness to showcase their performance level, especially in light of their recent achievements at AFCON. He expressed confidence in the team’s abilities and their readiness to deliver a strong performance against Ghana on Friday.
The Super Eagles, who finished as runners-up at AFCON 2023, will seek to make a statement against Ghana following their previous encounter in March 2022, where Ghana emerged victorious in a play-off for a spot in the FIFA World Cup. With the opportunity to avenge their loss, Nigeria is determined to put forth a competitive display against Ghana before facing Mali in their upcoming match on Tuesday, March 26.
In conclusion, Lookman’s remarks highlight the team’s enthusiasm and determination as they prepare for the friendly matches against Ghana and Mali. The Super Eagles are focused on showcasing their skills and representing Nigeria with pride on the international stage. The upcoming friendlies provide a platform for the team to continue building on their recent successes and demonstrate their capabilities against strong opponents.
