CHAN Qualifier: It is a lost cause, but we will fight, says Ivorian coach
By Ben Efe Ivorian home-based national team coach, Saraka Norbert admitted that it will be an uphill task turning the tables against their Nigerian counterparts, when they meet on July 27 for the second leg tie of the CAF African Nations Championship in Abidjan. The coach stated that losing 4-1, two key players and the Eagles’ compact defensive activity are a major obstacle to his team getting the result that will halt Nigeria’s quest to play in their first CHAN tournament February next year in South Africa. [caption id="attachment_402651" align="alignright" width="250"] Saraka Kango Nobert[/caption] “The second-leg will be difficult for us. Because scoring three goals will not be easy. “Though in football everything is possible, but I fear the Nigeria team. They play together behind and they abuse stimulation. If we manage to overcome their defence we will be able to rescue one or two goals,” said the coach. He accused the referee who officiated the firs...