Rio 2016: Siasia Praises His ‘Miracle Workers’
Nigeria’s U23 team head coach, Samson Siasia has described as great feat the side’s qualification to the semifinals at the on-going Rio 2016 Olympic Men’s football event.
Siasia said his wards performed creditable well against ‘a very good Danish team’ in the quarterfinals clash.
“I just want to give thanks to God and also these players who did a great job.
“On Saturday we were actually worried about our defence but they came out and played very, very well against a good Danish team.
“I think these guys have to be applauded coming out like that and getting those two goals. It wasn't an easy game but I am happy we are in the semifinals,” said the former Super Eagles manager to thenff.com
On the possibility of the African champions playing hosts, Brazil in the final match.
“We saw what the Brazilians did to the Danish team (4-0) they are a very good side.
“They didn't start well but the most important thing is how well you end. It's not easy scoring four goals against this Danish team.
“However, I don't want to worry about Brazil right now. I have the semifinals against Germany to think about and that is the only thing in my mind right now.
“After crossing the Germany hurdle we will think of our opponents for the gold medal match.
“We have gone through a lot on this journey and we cannot get to the gold medal match and then freeze,” said Siasia.
The captain, John Mikel Obi, who scored Nigeria’s first against the Danes said he was not surprised that the team has been able to come this far given the quality of playing and coaching personnel.
“We are all very excited reaching the semifinals but the ultimate is the gold medal and as the coach has said we are still taking it one match at a time.
“My objective here as with each of the other players is to win the gold medal,” said Mikel.
The Dream Team VI will confront the German opposite on Wednesday in the semifinals clash at the Arena Corinthians, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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