“We need someone like Mikel Obi” – Ahmed Musa bemoans lack of experience in Super Eagles squad

Ahmed Musa scores two goals for Nigeria’s national team against Iceland to earn all three points at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia on June 22, 2018.

Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has called for the inclusion of experienced players in the national team to develop leadership qualities and help young players, reports Soccernet.ng Ta.

Musa, 31, also said the unmanaged passion of Nigerian football fans has resulted in some of the biggest stars leaving the team and leaving them with no choice but to stick to their decisions. He also expressed his dissatisfaction.

Nigeria boasts one of the youngest teams on the continent, with the majority of players still young and under the age of 28.

“As you can see, the team still needs players like Mikel Obi. We still need Victor Moses.” It’s not just about having young players in the team. We don’t have that now,” Moosa said in a quote published byPunch.

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Mussa also advised the media to reduce the burden on the team’s younger players, recognizing the difficulties they face from fans.

“Dear media, please be careful with these little boys. You can’t put too much pressure on them. That’s why they get worried as soon as they step on the field. , because they are afraid of what will appear on their Twitter, Instagram and Facebook accounts,” the 31-year-old added.

Nigeria have drawn two of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers and have scored just two goals in two games, so if they fail to pick up three points and score more goals soon, they will face a huge It could lead to a crisis.

 

 

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