AFCON 2023: Zaidu deserves commendation not criticism – Peseiro
Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has come to the defense of defender Zaidu Sanusi, who has faced criticism for his performances at the 2023 AFCON. Despite conceding “a couple of mistakes” in the recent 1-0 win over Angola, Peseiro believes Zaidu deserves praise, not criticism.
“Zaidu has done well for us,” Peseiro stated, acknowledging the demanding nature of the team’s 3-4-3 formation. “He played well overall,” he added, recognizing Zaidu’s contributions despite acknowledging room for improvement.
This stance stands in contrast to some critiques of Zaidu’s performance. However, Peseiro’s defense highlights the complexities of judging individual performance within a tactical system and emphasizes his confidence in the defender’s ability to contribute to Nigeria’s success.
