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Keshi Bemoans S’ Eagles’ Nervousness
Super Eagles, coach
Stephen Keshi has criticised his players for being “nervous and unsettled” in their FIFA World Cup opener against Iran.
The African champions failed to make their possession count as they came up against a disciplined Iranian defence, with the match ending goalless.
And Keshi believes his players were not in the right frame of mind as their hopes of reaching the second round were dealt a significant blow.
“The boys were too nervous and unsettled,” he said after the match. “You don’t do that at this stage.
“It happens in football. We really didn’t perform as expected but we have to move on.
“I wanted a win but must take a draw. We must do better to get a win against Bosnia.”
Nigeria faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in their next Group F fixture on Saturday.