John Obuh Rues Missed Chances Against Egypt
Published: March 26, 2013
The Flying Eagles lost 0 - 2 to the Young Pharaohs of Egypt in Tuesday's semi - final of the African Youth Championship.
Mahmoud Kahraba netted a second half brace for Egypt who will now contest Saturday's final with the Satellites of Ghana.
For the second time in the competition, the Flying Eagles failed to score. Goalkeeper Massad Awad was the hero for the Egyptians, thwarting several attacks of the opposition.
In his post match comments, coach of the Flying Eagles, John Obuh said: ''We did not take our chances especially in the first half.
''Egypt were more determined and they went for it. They were also lucky.''
Nigeria will play the third place match with Mali on Friday, March 29.
Mahmoud Kahraba netted a second half brace for Egypt who will now contest Saturday's final with the Satellites of Ghana.
For the second time in the competition, the Flying Eagles failed to score. Goalkeeper Massad Awad was the hero for the Egyptians, thwarting several attacks of the opposition.
In his post match comments, coach of the Flying Eagles, John Obuh said: ''We did not take our chances especially in the first half.
''Egypt were more determined and they went for it. They were also lucky.''
Nigeria will play the third place match with Mali on Friday, March 29.
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