Bright Ozebagbe Confident Ahead of U23 Olympic Qualifier

Bright Ozebagbe, the Head Coach of Nigeria’s U23 national team, expressed confidence in his players ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games qualifying match against DR Congo. Speaking at a pre-match press conference in Lubumbashi, DR Congo, Ozebagbe stated that the team's performance on the pitch would be the deciding factor, regardless of whether they are playing at home or away.

He highlighted the significance of consistency across both legs of the encounter, indicating that a team's ability to perform well in both matches would determine who advances to the next round. When asked about his insights on the DR Congo U23 team, Ozebagbe noted that his primary focus has been on preparing his players for the challenge rather than being distracted by the opposition.