Former Super Eagles skipper, Joseph Yobo has hailed the Super Eagles after Wednesday's victory against Guinea in the second Group B encounter at the Alexandria Stadium.
A lovely header from Omeruo in the 73rd minute was enough to help Nigeria secure a 1-0 win over their West African neighbors at the Alexandria Stadium.
According to Completesports.com, it was the defender’s first goal ever for the Nigerian national team after 46 caps and it confirmed the Eagles’ passage to the round of 16 of the Total Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.
Speaking after the match, Yobo said he was satisfied with the way the team played. He noted that not only are the Super Eagles winning their matches, they are also keeping clean sheets, a development that could boost their confidence going into the next round.
“Great position to be in, I think it has been a long time ago that Nigeria got to this position of picking up wins from its opening two games at the Africa Cup of Nations. And not only are they winning but they have so far kept two clean-sheets and I feel that will help them build very well going forward in the competition.
“I like the way they played against Guinea. In the first half, the game was evenly balanced but in the second period, they showed a bit more of their character by pressing the Guineans. It was a well-taken goal by Kenneth Omeruo and as far as I know, the Chelsea star who was on loan at Leganes last season was imperious all through 90 minutes against Guinea.
“I am happy for Omeruo because he played along with me. I am happy that he is fulfilling his potential because he is a good defender.
“I am also happy that other defenders such as Leon Balogun and other players are performing as well. The Super Eagles team is presently doing well now and they need the support of all Nigerians to do well at the AFCON 2019.”
