By Akeem Lawal
FORMER Nigeria international, Taribo West has warned
Coach Gernot Rohr and his Super Eagles team to be wary of intelligent and
crafty Chipolopolo of Zambia forwards in their 2018 FIFA World Cup
qualification opener in Ndola this weekend.
In a chat with Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com in Lagos, the former AC Milan
defender said the Nigerian defenders will have a herculean task of keeping the
unpredictable Zambian forwards from doing any damage.
“That Zambia team
is a very crafty team, I saw their last match. It's a team that you cannot
predict and they have very good players that are very intelligent upfront.
“The last match I saw Nigeria being played against
Tanzania, if they can be consistent with that kind of spirit, they will go
to Zambia this Sunday and at least come back
home with a point,” the Super Eagles defence strongman said.
The former Inter Milan defender who expressed concern
over the team’s inconsistent spirit however believes the experience of Chelsea
midfielder, Mikel Obi and Leicester City forward, Ahmed Musa will be vital in
Ndola.
“With players like Mike and Musa, it's a very big
advantage on our side. With their experience, we should be able to come out
with a point.
“What I’m worried
about is the team spirit. The Nigerian team right now doesn’t have the
consistent spirit you know can engage every match.”
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