Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh believes African national teams should approach matches against the world’s leading football nations with confidence rather than fear.
Softfootball reports that Oliseh feels African football has developed significantly and that teams from the continent now possess enough quality to compete with established powers from Europe and South America.
The former Nigeria midfielder believes greater belief, organization and investment can help African teams close the gap at major international tournaments.
African sides have produced several strong performances against highly ranked opponents in recent years, demonstrating that the continent has players capable of competing at the highest level.
Oliseh wants that confidence to become a consistent feature of African football. He believes teams should enter major competitions convinced that they can defeat any opponent rather than simply attempting to limit the damage.
His comments come as African nations continue preparing for major international tournaments and qualification campaigns. Several teams are expected to challenge for continental honours while also targeting improved performances on the global stage.
Oliseh’s message is therefore one of ambition, urging African footballers and coaches to believe in their abilities and approach elite opposition without unnecessary intimidation.
