By AFPMore by this AuthorABUJANigeria coach Gernot Rohr hailed his side's friendly victory over Africa Cup of Nations hosts and favourites Egypt, but admitted they still need to improve before the tournament starts in June. A stunning goal by Paul Onuachu inside a minute proved to be the winner for Nigeria inside a packed Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba. "This was not a good match, it was a great match for us against one of the top favourites for the Africa Cup of Nations," Rohr told reporters after Tuesday's game. "We still have to improve, but we're about 69-percent ready for the Africa Cup." "We're ready for the Africa Cup of Nations," said goalkeeper Ikechukwu Ezenwa.

Source: Daily Nation March 27, 2019 11:03 UTC