AYC In South Africa: Okoro Dismisses Ghana’s Threat

Flying Eagles midfielder, Stanley Okoro has  dismissed threats by reigning world U-20 champions, Ghana, as the two countries prepare to clash in the 17th Orange African Youth Championship, AYC in South Africa. The West African heavyweights are in Group B of the AYC.

And with the clock ticking towards the epic clash billed for the Rand Stadium in Johannesburg on 18 April, Okoro has dismissed the reigning world champion as no threat to their title ambition in South Africa.

“I agree the match will be tough but I am sure we will beat them,” the player told SuperSport.com.

The Almeria of Spain player praised the coaching crew of the Flying Eagles for the ‘good work’ they have put in as the date for the kickoff of the AYC draws nearer.

“I want to commend coach John Obuh for the good work he has done. The players have worked hard and the mind-set is for us to bring the trophy back to Nigeria.”

Capped once by the Super Eagles, Okoro knows success in South Africa will take him a step closer to his dream of establishing himself as a regular in Samson Siasia’s side.

Expectedly, he highlighted the identity of the sides that stand between Nigeria and glory in the land of the Madiba.