Former Technical Director of Nigeria Football Federation Chris Green has issued a warning to the Super Eagles not to underrate their round of 16 opponents Tunisia. Green insisted that Mondher Kebaier’s side will come out fighting for their lives to do well in the knockouts. However, he still considers Augustine Eguavoen’s side as genuine contenders for the AFCON 2021 trophy. Green said (as per The Sun Nigeria): “The Super Eagles is giving a good account of themselves under Coach Augustine Eguavoen and it gladdens my heart. There is a new philosophy in the team and the players are beginning to enjoy a good flow. I consider the Eagles genuine contenders for the AFCON trophy. “I want warn here that the Eagles must not lower their guards because the Tunisian will come out tacticall...
Tunisia thrashed Mauritania 4-0 on Sunday to bounce back strongly in the AFCON 2021. The Eagles of Carthage lost their opening match against Mali after Ibrahima Kone converted the second-half penalty. However, they have responded strongly to that defeat by claiming an emphatic victory this weekend. Mondher Kebaier’s side dominated proceedings from the beginning, with Hamza Mathlouthi driving in a half volley to score the opener within the first four minutes. Wahbi Khazri quickly doubled their advantage by slotting in another goal. The Saint-Etienne star grabbed his second goal in the next half before Seifeddine Jaziri also earned his name on the scoresheet. Although substitute Youssef Msakni missed a late penalty, Tunisia will be satisfied with the resul...