By David Kabiyesi with Agency Report
Australia head coach, Tony Gustavsson has told his girls to expect a tough match against the Super Falcons given their pace, physicality and quick transitions.
Speaking ahead of today’s clash, Gustavsson hinged his submission on the high level of technicalities displayed by Nigeria against Canada.
Nigeria needs a win against the host to put one step on the knockout stage after they played out an entertaining 0-0 draw with Canada.
“They showed against the Olympic champions that they can compete with anyone,” coach Tony Gustavsson said.
“They’re one of the fastest teams in the tournament on the break and in transition. They have speed both on the left and the right side, they have a No.9 position that can both post-up and hit runs in behind.
“They have central midfielders that can turn on a dime, they’re very technical. They have an attacking outside back that doesn’t hesitate to go forward.
“I’m also impressed with a short lead-in and a short preparation time how they got the team together to play for each other; tactically solid as a unit but also with individual flair and skill set.
“We know we need to have an A-game defensively to stop their attacking threats.
“But also we know we need to move the ball really, really fast because they showed against Canada that they can play very physical if they get close into duels and they’re very, very good at that one-on-one duel game.” Gustavsson said.
