Bright Ozebagbe confident as Nigeria U23 faces DR Congo

Bright Ozebagbe, the Head Coach of Nigeria’s U23 national team, expressed confidence in his players ahead of their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying match against DR Congo. Speaking at a pre-match press conference in Lubumbashi, DR Congo, Ozebagbe stated that the outcome of football matches is determined over 90 minutes, and the location of the game does not dictate the result.

He emphasized the need for consistency across both legs of the qualifying encounter, noting that a team's ability to perform well in both matches will be crucial for progressing to the next round. When asked about his knowledge of the DR Congo U23 side, Ozebagbe indicated that his primary focus has been on preparing his players for the challenge rather than being distracted by the opposition.