Pre-match flash statement: We will neutralize Osimhen.

Pre-match flash statement: We will neutralize Osimhen.

23.12.2025 19:55

Tanzania's head coach Miguel Gamondi, whose team will face Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations, made a statement before the match, saying, "We will neutralize Osimhen. We have a tactical plan for that. We want to win."

The excitement of AFCON, the most prestigious tournament in African football, peaks with the clash between Nigeria and Tanzania in the first week of Group C. Nigeria, the finalist of the last tournament, aims to start the tournament with a display of strength, boasting an attacking-rich squad and the title of championship favorite, while Tanzania is looking to translate its recent local league success to the national team level, hoping to steal points from the heavy favorite of the group.

''WE WILL NEUTRALIZE OSIMHEN''

Meanwhile, ahead of the match, Tanzania's head coach Miguel Gamondi made striking statements about Nigerian player Victor Osimhen. In his remarks, Gamondi stated, ''Victor Osimhen is a quality player, but we will neutralize him. We have a tactical plan for that. We also have a plan for Lookman. Our only goal is 3 points. We want to win.''

TOUGH MATCH THIS EVENING

The challenging Nigeria-Tanzania match is expected to take place this evening and will kick off at 20:30 Turkish time.

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