In a pre-match press conference ahead of the highly anticipated clash with the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon, Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro outlined the team's strategy. Peseiro emphasized the importance of a cohesive defensive approach while also aiming to capitalize on scoring opportunities. He expressed his desire for the team to avoid conceding goals and to secure at least one goal to emerge victorious against Cameroon.

During the group stage, the coach implemented a more defensive 3-4-3 formation, resulting in hard-fought victories against Cote d’Ivoire and Guinea-Bissau, as well as a draw against group leaders Equatorial Guinea. Peseiro stressed the significance of winning and advancing to the quarter-finals at this stage of the competition.

Peseiro expressed confidence in the goal-scoring abilities of Victor Osimhen, highlighting his importance to the team and expressing optimism that Osimhen would deliver in the knockout stage. The coach also addressed rumors of a rift with Leicester City forward Kelechi Iheanacho, who had been sidelined due to an earlier injury. Peseiro dismissed the rumors and hinted at Iheanacho's potential involvement in the crucial match against Cameroon, emphasizing the team's belief in his abilities.

The Super Eagles are set to face Cameroon in a highly anticipated Round of 16 tie at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. The team will conclude their preparations with a training session at the Ecole Nationale de Police training pitch. The upcoming encounter holds significance as the last meeting between the two teams at the 2019 AFCON saw the Super Eagles emerge victorious in a thrilling 3-2 encounter.

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