
The Digest:
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu acknowledged that his team’s performance against Botswana was below par, despite securing a narrow 1-0 victory in their Group B clash at WAFCON 2024. Madugu admitted that complacency affected the team's performance.
Key Points:
- Madugu admits the Super Falcons were complacent in their 1-0 win over Botswana.
- Substitute Chiwendu Ihezuo scored the only goal late in the match.
- Madugu says the team didn’t reach their expected level and was not happy with the performance.
- Botswana displayed resilience and was determined to get a result, according to Madugu.
- The Super Falcons secured a place in the quarter-finals after the win.
- A point against Algeria in their final group game will ensure top spot in Group B.
- Madugu plans to rotate the squad and rest key players for the upcoming match against Algeria.
Despite the victory, the Super Falcons' lackluster performance highlighted areas for improvement. The team will aim for better execution against Algeria to maintain momentum as they head into the knockout stages.
Sources: Complete Sports, WAFCON 2024 Official, Madugu's Post-Match Comments