Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba has declared that his team must be ready to work hard if they are to achieve success at the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship.
The regional tournament will also serve as the qualifying competition for the 2027 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, with the top teams earning places at the continental finals.
Nigeria will compete against hosts Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Benin Republic, Togo and Niger Republic in the highly competitive tournament.
Maikaba Rallies Flying Eagles
Despite the quality of the opposition, Maikaba remains optimistic that the Flying Eagles have what it takes to excel.
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“I have great confidence in this squad’s potential, but talent alone will not guarantee success,” Maikaba wrote on X.
“To compete against some of West Africa’s youth teams, my players must combine their ability with discipline, hard work, and a winning mentality.”
Ready For Tough Test
Maikaba also warned his players to expect a tougher competition, noting that the standard continues to rise as countries across the region invest significantly in developing youth football.
“We are not where we want to be yet. There is still a lot of work ahead of us because the WAFU B Championship is always highly competitive. Every country will arrive with quality players and a determination to qualify. So we must continue raising our standards in every aspect of our games.”
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Source: Complete Sports
