Paris 2024: Ikpeba backs African countries for glory
Ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics event, former Super Eagles striker and Olympic champion in 1996 with Nigeria, Victor Ikpeba has backed African teams to compete healthily and shun all complexes ahead of the prestigious competition, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes.
Speaking with CAFOnline on the chances of the three teams that have qualified for Paris 2024 which are Morocco, Egypt and Mali. although Guinea might be able to qualify via the play-off, the former Atalanta forward backed them to come good and take every opportunity with no fear.
"Yes, yes and yes ! We no longer have any complexes. But, the boys must believe strongly in it and never give up. It is Cameroon and us, it is time to have a third nation. One thing is certain: they will be supported".
"There are many Moroccans and Malians in France, it is an asset that they can use. I am sad about only one thing: the absence of Nigeria".
"My daughter lives in Lyon. Now that I'm a grandfather, I want to watch some matches with my grandchildren. This competition in France will be fantastic, I am firmly convinced of it.
"Play together ! The quality is there and above all, have fun", he advised.
By Olaleye Oluwadamilola
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