Gamondi, however, admitted that there is a huge gap between his team and the Eric Chelle-tutored Super Eagles.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Tanzania head coach Miguel Gamondi has declared that his team are in Nigeria to battle and compete during Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday three clash against the Super Eagles.
He made this known on Thursday, 12 November, while addressing journalists during his pre-match press conference in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State.
The Taifa Stars head into the encounter as underwhelming underdogs, having failed to beat Nigeria in any of their 11 previous meetings.
The East Africans have also endured a poor start to their qualifying campaign, recording just one point from two matches.
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In contrast, the Super Eagles have an array of talented players who play in the best leagues in the world.
Despite the pedigree of their more illustrious opponents, Gamondi vowed that his team would give them a big fight during the match.
He, however, acknowledged that there is a huge gap in class between his team and the Eric Chelle-tutored Super Eagles.
Speaking ahead of the AFCON qualifier, he said: “The gap between Nigeria and Tanzania is very big, and we respect them, but we are here to give a battle and compete.”
