Guinea-Bissau coach downplays pitch concerns before Super Eagles clash
Emiliano Té addresses pitch conditions ahead of crucial AFCON qualifier.

Emiliano Té, the head coach of Guinea-Bissau, has expressed confidence in his team's ability to perform despite concerns regarding the pitch conditions at the September 24 Stadium in Bissau. The Djurtus are set to face Nigeria's Super Eagles in a crucial qualifying match for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations today.
The playing surface has faced scrutiny due to heavy rainfall in the capital, leaving parts of the pitch saturated ahead of the Group L encounter. However, Té remains unfazed by the situation, emphasizing that both teams must adapt to the conditions. He stated, "We are playing in Africa and we know that our pitch is not one of the best, but it is what it is. It is what we have, and we cannot do anything about it."
The Super Eagles had the opportunity to train at the stadium on Monday, allowing them to assess the playing surface before the match. Despite the challenges posed by the weather, the Nigerian side is expected to bring their A-game as they aim to secure vital points in the qualifying campaign.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 5 p.m. Nigerian time, and it promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams vie for supremacy in their group. With the stakes high, fans from both nations are eagerly anticipating the showdown, hoping for a thrilling display of football.
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