AFCON 2023: Peseiro praises Musa's leadership role in the team
Super Eagles' head coach, Jose Peseiro, has lavished praise on Ahmed Musa for his exemplary leadership qualities and selfless dedication to the team's cause, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Despite not featuring on the pitch during the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d'Ivoire, Musa's impact as captain has been lauded by Peseiro.
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In a media interaction ahead of the AFCON final, Peseiro highlighted Musa's invaluable contributions behind the scenes, emphasizing his role in fostering unity and morale within the squad.
“Musa is an important player for us, even if he hasn't played any game. He has not complained or caused any problems," Peseiro remarked.
The coach emphasized Musa's readiness to offer support and guidance to his teammates, drawing from his wealth of experience and previous AFCON campaigns.
“He is the star of the team and commands a lot of respect from his teammates," Peseiro added.
Despite his absence on the field, Musa's influence off the pitch underscores the significance of leadership beyond performance metrics, as the Super Eagles aim for glory in the AFCON final.
By Olujimi Dare Ogun
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