The Pharaohs of Egypt are more stable - Aigbogun

– Enyimba coach believes the Pharaohs of Egypt are a tough side

– Says the Eagles can get the much needed result against the North Africans

Enyimba coach Paul Aigbogun

The coach of Enyimba football club of Aba Paul Aigbogun has stated that the Super Eagles will not find it easy against the Pharaohs of Egypt in Kaduna on Friday March 25, adding that the North Africans are more stable than the Eagles who have a rather new team.

Vanguard reports that Aigbogun however believes that the Samson Siasia-led side are capable of a win in Kaduna with a draw in the return leg scheduled for Alexandria on March 29, adding that Nigeria has players that can deliver under pressure.

“Will be a tough game certainly, I know that the Egypt team is in good condition now while there are a number of changes in Nigeria,”

Paul Aigbogun told reporters. “In contrast, the team of Egypt is in a state of stability now, which would benefit any team for sure.

“But at the same time the Nigeria squad is known to me, they offer the best performance when playing under pressure,” Aigbogun continued.

“But Kaduna match will not be easy on the Egyptians. I think the best for Nigeria is a win here and trying to get a point off the second game.

“But all that will be determined according to the result of the first match. “Nigeria will face group leaders Egypt in the third round of qualifying in Kaduna on March 25 before the Pharaohs host the West Africans in Alexandria four days later.”

Meanwhile, the Pharaohs of Egypt ate expected in Kaduna today March 23 after being cleared to land in the city. A top source in the NFF disclosed that Nigeria will be very good hosts to the North Africans. Nigeria will face group leaders Egypt in the third round of qualifying in Kaduna on March 25 before the Pharaohs host the West Africans in Alexandria four days later.