We Will Attack Nigeria - Hector Cuper

Head coach of Egypt’s national team, Hector Cuper has promised that his charges will play with attacking intent against Nigeria on Tuesday when both sides meet in a 2017 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifying game in Alexandria.

The two sides fought out a 1-1 draw in the reverse fixture at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium, Kaduna last Friday with Mohammed Salah’s injury time effort cancelling out Oghenekaro Etebo’s goal for the Super Eagles on the hour.

Cuper is full of respect for the Nigerian side but believes the Pharaohs will be in fine fettle for Tuesday’s game in Alexandria.


“We will have an attacking approach in Alexandria.

“We will try to create more goal scoring opportunities and to be better than Friday’s game, as we are only looking only for a win,” Cuper told Egyptian television network, Al Hayah.

The former Valencia trainer then discussed the expected electric atmosphere at the Borg El Arab Stadium.

“The presence of the fans will give us an edge. It will be different in Alexandria (than in Kaduna),” Cuper said.

Cuper also stated that he is not concerned by the withdrawal of Chad.

Chad’s results will be annulled after they withdrew due to “financial difficulties”. Leaders Egypt now have four points, two ahead of Nigeria and three clear of Tanzania.

“We are only focusing on Nigeria‘s game. That is more important for us,” Cuper said.