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Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by naptu2: 4:50pm On Apr 07, 2018
Oparanozie: Nigeria's lack of 'adequate preparation' to blame for drubbing

By Oluwashina Okeleji
BBC Sport, Reims

 07 April 2018



Nigeria's players ahead of their friendly international against France in Le Mans on Friday night

Nigeria striker Desire Oparanozie says a lack of "adequate preparation" was to blame for their 8-0 drubbing by France in a women's friendly international in Le Mans on Friday night.

Valérie Gauvin's hat-trick, plus goals from Eugénie Le Sommer, Gaetane Thiney, Aminata Diallo, Marie-Charlotte Léger and Faith Ikidi's own goal resulted in Nigeria equalling their record defeats against Norway (1995) and Germany (2010).

It was a blow for Thomas Dennerby in his first real test as Nigeria coach.

The Super Falcons were playing their first match since winning an eighth Women's Africa Cup of Nations title in December 2016.

"To be honest, I think we didn't have adequate preparation going into this game, taking into consideration the fact that we were inactive for as long as we were - 16 months," France-based Nigeria striker Desire Oparanozie told BBC Sport.

"We are the champions of Africa and we can all say it was rightly deserving. However, we can't deny the fact that while we were out, our opposition have been busy getting stronger.

"They were definitely more prepared than we were. They began camping before us even though most of them are home based. The bulk of us came from outside France and had just one full day of training together before match day.

"I admit it might not be a good enough reason for the scoreline but France were bound to put in a better showing than us," Oparanozie added.


Nigeria coach Thomas Dennerby had to make late changes to his squad for the France game

Decimated by late withdrawals and without reigning African footballer of the year, Asisat Oshoala, Nigeria were forced to include five new players into the 18-team squad.

The French side, who beat the Black Queens of Ghana by the same scoreline last October, dominated play to prove that continental giants Nigeria are still way behind Europe's best.

Despite the result, Oparanozie insisted there are some positives to take from their time in France.

"It's been good here and I also have to note the introduction of some new young players into the squad for the very first time," said Oparanozie of their training camp.

"They are definitely good additions and one thing is certain, as long as they continue to work hard they would only serve to make the team stronger.

"Importantly, the fact that this is our first training camp with the coach, we have started to get his idea of football and that's a positive."

As the players return to their different clubs, focus will switch to securing a qualifying spot at the 2018 Africa Women Cup of Nations in Ghana as they aim to retain their continental title.

This year's Women's Nations Cup will take on extra significance as it will also decide the continent's teams for the 2019 Women's World Cup - in what could be Nigeria's eighth record appearance at the tournament.

Oparanozie welcomes the latest friendly against France but insists they need more games to progress.

"We deserve consistent engagements with Grade A opposition just as we hope to compete against them on the global stage.

"We also need proper facilities...and women teams need adequate, documented and properly planned logistical arrangements, preferably before tournaments/camping to ensure seamless experiences."

Nigeria are the only African team to have played in all of the Women's World Cup tournaments since 1991.

They have failed to translate their continental dominance on the world stage, their best performance coming in USA in 1999 when they reached the quarter-finals.

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Mariangeles(f): 4:59pm On Apr 07, 2018
I don't know who came up with the idea that these girls should play a friendly match o...now them don fall person hand finish angry

Just because the male national team are doing well doesn't mean females would...

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Vuvuzela101: 5:38pm On Apr 07, 2018
Save Rumuorosi Roads in Rumuigbo obio-akpor LGA Rivers state. Gov Wike mr. Project remember tip top road opposite abundant life.
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Thebrightest(m): 5:40pm On Apr 07, 2018
See as dem set yarnsh like who wan Bleep.
Na the only thing dem sabi.
NATIONAL SHAME

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by sanpipita(m): 5:40pm On Apr 07, 2018
She just said the truth, but Nigerians just love criticising, maybe they should be reminded these girls are playing together first time since November 2016

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by kings09(m): 5:41pm On Apr 07, 2018
Vuvuzela101:

Save Rumuorosi Roads in Rumuigbo obio-akpor LGA Rivers state. Gov Wike mr. Project remember tip top road opposite abundant life.

Wrong thread.
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by otechnologies: 5:41pm On Apr 07, 2018
The first time Nigeria lost 8-0 was 1980s. Work needs to be done.





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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by kings09(m): 5:42pm On Apr 07, 2018
sanpipita:
She just said the truth, but Nigerians just love criticising, maybe they should be reminded these girls are playing together first time since November 2016

U de mind Nigerians. Na to de win without adequate preparation.

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Mobsync(m): 5:42pm On Apr 07, 2018
8-0? That means France spelled Nigeria and added a full stop.

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by capableTy(m): 5:42pm On Apr 07, 2018
sanpipita:
She just said the truth, but Nigerians just love criticising, maybe they should be reminded these girls are playing together first time since November 2016


Yap
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Kaybee14(m): 5:42pm On Apr 07, 2018
NFF is also aware of your lack of adequate preparation. Better luck next time.

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by kings09(m): 5:43pm On Apr 07, 2018
Mariangeles:
I don't know who came with the idea that these girls should play a friendly match o...now them don fall person hand finish angry

And wat better idea would u hv come up wit? To play monkey post in ur backyard?
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Benjaniblinks(m): 5:46pm On Apr 07, 2018
How They No Go Play Nonsense When Food No Dey Belle?
#buhariback2dura.

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Coldfeets: 5:55pm On Apr 07, 2018
Chai!

Why I no see dis game bet?

No over 5.5 na im sure pass!
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by nabegibeg: 5:55pm On Apr 07, 2018
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Lexusgs430: 5:59pm On Apr 07, 2018
Since 2016, only one practice session then they carry head go play match?

No wonder Asisat dodged this bullet.......

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by INDUSTRIALFAN(m): 6:00pm On Apr 07, 2018
Hmm

Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by fowlyansh181(m): 6:03pm On Apr 07, 2018
Spelt Nigeria and added full stop
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Mariangeles(f): 6:04pm On Apr 07, 2018
kings09:


And wat better idea would u hv come up wit? To play monkey post in ur backyard?
So the 8-0 thrashing is better abi?
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by robosky02(m): 6:14pm On Apr 07, 2018
Like seriously was anyone expecting us to win
When they won afcon no one celebratd them
For close to two years the team has been disbanded
And we are going to play a high profile game with just a day training

Nonsense nff the game should have been called off
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Nobody: 6:38pm On Apr 07, 2018
You are right my girl
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by HighQue007: 6:38pm On Apr 07, 2018
They dont look fit.
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by onosprince(m): 6:51pm On Apr 07, 2018
That score line doesn't look friendly.

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by engrjacuzzi: 7:02pm On Apr 07, 2018
didn't they know they will prepare before the match. Nigerians will always give excuses when they fail. if they weren't ready, why call for a friendly.
the next we will hear is that the rot in PDP government was the cause.
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by naptu2: 7:27pm On Apr 07, 2018
Desire Oparanozie's reaction on Instagram

Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Tstark(m): 7:58pm On Apr 07, 2018
Thebrightest:
See as dem set yarnsh like who wan Bleep.
Na the only thing dem sabi.
NATIONAL SHAME

All Nigerian women look like this without makeup and wig/weave..smh
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Nobody: 10:22pm On Apr 07, 2018
naptu2:


http://www.bbc.com/sport/amp/football/43681855?__twitter_impression=true
I guess @ 5:0 scoreline all the falconets would have been farting prosufely because of confusion. Hmmmm France won kill people babes ohh!
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by kabillion(m): 10:56pm On Apr 07, 2018
It is not my problem. I just want Buhari to know that this is entirely his fault.

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Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by Nobody: 8:59am On Apr 08, 2018
Falcons defence was very porous with Faith Ikidi, Osinachi Ohale and Ngozi Ebere playing the worst games of their lives but Nigeria had no cohesion in midfield, bad passes and very blunt attack.

The Swedish coach was clueless as well. He had no answer to their constant threats.

The starting line up for the falcons should’ve been the best possible for Nigeria if you sub Imo for Asisat Oshoala.

The girls can’t all be blamed for the embarrassment. The technical crew were as clueless as the girls were jittery during the match.
Oparanozie, Okobi, Ordega, Chikwelu and Sunday were there in the pitch. There was no excuse for that sort of scoreline.

If the Swedish man doesn’t understand the girls and Nigeria football, he should vacate that position and head back home. He was also clueless during Women WAFU. Nigeria was leading Ghana but fell apart. It was a miracle Nigeria lost to ghana via penalties otherwise they deserved to have beaten Nigeria within 90mins.

This is not the falcons we used to know.
Re: Oparanozie: Nigeria's Lack Of 'Adequate Preparation' To Blame For 8-0 Drubbing by EmmaLege: 11:57am On Apr 08, 2018
Lol cheesy

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