2027 AFCONQ: Akuneto Backs Super Eagles To Handle Pressure, Beat Guinea-Bissau

Manchester City U17 coach, Chuks Akuneto, has backed the Super Eagles to secure victory against Guinea-Bissau in Tuesday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Group L matchday two clash in Bissau, stressing that Eric Chelle’s side have the experience to handle the pressure of high-stakes games, Completesports.com reports.

Akuneto, a former Oldham Athletic U18 head coach, believes the three-time African champions have what it takes to overcome the Djurtus in the crucial away fixture, Completesports.com reports.

“I’m backing the Super Eagles for victory come Tuesday,” the former Oldham Athletic U18 team Head Coach said optimistically.

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Akuneto spoke to Completesports.com ahead of Tuesday’s crucial 2027 AFCON Group L matchday two qualifier against Guinea-Bissau at the Estadio Nacional 24 de Setembro, Bissau. .

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Guinea-Bissau go into the game on the back of a 2-0 away victory over Tanzania in their opening Group L fixture, a result that puts them at the top of the group standings.

However, the Nigerian-born coach believes the Super Eagles players have the experience and understanding required to navigate tricky away games.

Super Eagles Have Experience To Handle Pressure — Akuneto

“I think the Super Eagles players are seasoned and highly experienced players who understand how to navigate tricky away games,” Akuneto said.

“And I see them coming out on top in Tuesday’s match.

“They know how to be cautious and how to go for it when the opportunity presents itself. Pressure is the name of the game, and I don’t think it is something they haven’t experienced before now.”

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