The CHAN Eagles will not approach today’s 2024 CHAN playoff against hosts Ghana with fear but rather with confidence and courage, according to stand-in coach Daniel Ogunmodede.
Ogunmodede is standing in for Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen, who is away in Europe on medical leave.
Managing the pressure and expectations surrounding such a high-stakes game against our intense rivals is a key focus,” Remo Stars coach Ogunmodede told Cafonline.
“We emphasize mental fortitude, maintaining a clear focus on our game plan, and instilling confidence in the players to perform at their best.
“Embracing the rivalry as motivation rather than anxiety is central to our approach.”
‘Ijaball’ disclosed his team have studied the Black Galaxies of Ghana closely.
“We have been meticulously analyzing Ghana’s gameplay and identifying key areas where they excel,” he said.
“Though it’s been challenging to gather sufficient information on individual players due to the visibility of their league, we’re devising tactical strategies to capitalize on our strengths while exploiting potential vulnerabilities in Ghana’s approach.
“Our team is prepared to adapt dynamically during the match to neutralize their strengths effectively.”
Ogunmodede said it would be a huge boost to win in Ghana on the way to qualifying for next year’s delayed CHAN in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda in February.
“Playing the first leg away presents a unique challenge, but securing a win would give us a psychological edge and demonstrate our resilience,” he said.
“It’s crucial to showcase our quality and character to set the tone for the rest of the tie.”
