Ahead of the crucial final group qualifier, the head coach of the Central African Republic Raoul Savvoy has warned the Black Stars of Ghana to learn from Nigeria.
Ghana will confront the CAR in the 2023 African Cup of Nations qualifier on Thursday at the Cape Coast Stadium in a game they must get at least a draw to progress.
While the Black Stars are considered heavy favourites and only need a draw to confirm their place in the tournament, Savoy has reminded them of his team’s ability to cause upsets. He pointed to a past victory against Nigeria as evidence of their potential to defeat stronger opponents.
They beat Nigeria 1-0 in October 2021 in the 2022 World Cup qualifiers.
“Nigeria never expected us to beat them at home but we did,” he told the media during Wednesday’s press conference ahead of the game.
“You never know [what we can do]. I have respect for Ghana because they are far better than us as a football nation but football is the most lovely game in the world because every time, every day you have surprises”, he said.
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