AHMED Musa addresses the panic among the Super Eagles players during games, attributing it to their inability to handle pressure. He made this statement while emphasizing the need for the media to go easy on the players.
Speaking in Lagos at an event to introduce the team’s ‘Let’s Do It Again’ mantra ahead of their quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations trophy in Ivory Coast, Musa pointed out the impact of pressure on the players’ performance.
The Super Eagles captain expressed his concern following the team’s disappointing 1-1 draw with Lesotho in a World Cup qualifier. He urged the media to consider the pressure the young players face, emphasizing the detrimental effect it has on their performance. Musa highlighted how the players’ anxiety is influenced by the expectation of public feedback on social media platforms, leading to panic on the pitch.
As Nigeria prepares to face Zimbabwe in a World Cup qualifier, Musa’s comments shed light on the challenges that the Super Eagles must confront not only on the field but also in managing external pressures.
