Morocco have home advantage, but we can reach AFCON final – Osimhen

Super Eagles assistant captain, Victor Osimhen, has admitted that Morocco hold an advantage over Nigeria ahead of Wednesday night’s Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash due to the backing of their home supporters.

Osimhen, who is expected to lead the team in the absence of suspended captain Wilfred Ndidi, spoke ahead of the crucial encounter, acknowledging the challenge posed by the Atlas Lions on home soil.

The Galatasaray striker, however, expressed confidence that the Super Eagles have what it takes to secure a place in the final.

“They have a very good squad, talented players, but I think we are one of the most feared teams in this tournament,” Osimhen said told CBS Sports Golazo, in a video that was shared on X on Tuesday.

“Considering the kind of talents we have in the squad. I think there is no pressure in the camp. We don’t even talk about the Morocco team in the camp; we just take one game as they come.

The former Napoli forward noted that Nigeria’s recent victory over Algeria had boosted the team’s belief.

“We just played a very big nation, Algeria, and we just displayed something that the whole world sees that these guys are really up for the trophy.

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Osimhen, however, admitted that Morocco’s home advantage could play a role in the contest.

“But of course it’s not going to be easy because the Moroccans are playing in thousands in front of their crowd, which is an advantage for them.

The striker insisted that the Super Eagles are not intimidated by large crowds, noting that many players in the squad are used to high-pressure environments.

“I think many of us here in the Super Eagles have played in Stadiums where there is 80, 90 capacity.

“So for me, personally, there is absolutely no pressure, I just focus on my team, and when the day of the match comes, we just give everything and hope for the win. It’s not going to be easy, but I think we’ve got a chance.”