Gabon Coach Reveals Tactical Adjustments Ahead of Nigeria World Cup Playoff

Gabon’s head coach Thierry Mouyouma has admitted the Super Eagles’ quality is forcing a tactical rethink. Ahead of their playoff semi-final in Rabat, the Panthers’ coach revealed he must alter his team’s approach at both a tactical and technical level to counter Nigeria’s threat.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING

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Gabon will face Nigeria in the World Cup playoff semi-final on Thursday in Rabat, Morocco.
Coach Thierry Mouyouma explicitly stated the need to “change things,” specifically for Nigeria.
The adjustments are required on both a “tactical and even technical level.”
Mouyouma acknowledged the Super Eagles’ quality as the primary reason for this strategic shift.
The winner will advance to the final on Sunday, also to be held in Rabat.
The other semi-final will see Cameroon face the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The match presents a major challenge for a Nigerian side seeking a confident start under pressure.

Sources: Complete Sports