Alex Iwobi discloses Ahmed Musa’s role in instilling a hunger for success within the current Nigeria team, aspiring to replicate the achievements of the Super Eagles’ 2013 AFCON champions.
The Nigerian playmaker highlights Captain Ahmed Musa’s efforts to cultivate the same focused atmosphere that propelled the Super Eagles to victory in the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. According to Pulse Sports Nigeria, Iwobi reveals Musa’s desire for the current team in Cote d’Ivoire to emulate the 2013 heroes ahead of the crucial quarterfinal clash on Friday.
As the Super Eagles gear up for their AFCON 2023 encounter against Angola, Iwobi mentions that Musa, a part of the 2013-winning team, has been sharing insights with the current squad about the remarkable journey to the title in South Africa a decade ago. The Fulham midfielder emphasizes Musa’s role in instilling the focused hunger and determination that characterized the 2013 team, led by the late Stephen Keshi.
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Iwobi notes how Musa is creating a similar environment for the current squad, emphasizing the drive and unity that defined the 2013 group. Musa encourages the players to push forward and achieve the same feat, fostering a sense of hunger and determination within the team.
“There’s a real sense of unity and determination among the present Nigeria players as they target continental glory under Jose Peseiro’s leadership,” Iwobi adds, expressing the team’s collective aspiration to end Nigeria’s 10-year wait for another AFCON title.