Super Sand Eagles assistant coach, Christopher Kadiri, is confident that Nigeria will beat Ghana’s Black Sharks in the next match of the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
In the first leg, Nigeria and Ghana ended up with a 3-3 draw. This result keeps the race for qualification wide open as they prepare for the crucial match in Keta, Ghana.
Kadiri called the first match a tough one. He said the Nigerian team worked hard but did not get the win they wanted.
“It was a very nice match. Destiny played a role because we worked very hard for this match to see that we come out victorious,” he said.
Even with the draw, Kadiri remains hopeful that the Super Sand Eagles can turn things around and qualify for the tournament.
“When it goes the other way, I believe we can beat Ghana in Keta and qualify. We will work towards that,” Kadiri added.
Focus on Defense
He pointed out that defensive concentration is a key area they need to improve before the return match. He also praised the attackers for their efforts in the first leg.
“Mostly, our concentration level in the defence. Our attackers did well, but we have to work seriously on the defence to see what we can do,” he stated.
Kadiri also recognized Ghana’s experience. He said the match was evenly matched and gave credit to the Black Sharks for their discipline and ability to avoid making mistakes.
Now, the Super Sand Eagles are focusing on strengthening their defense and improving overall performance. They aim for a win in Keta to secure a spot at the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations.
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