Erik Scheil (Nigeria Coach) Before Morocco Clash: "We Play Every Match As If It's Our Last" - Elbotola
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Erik Scheil (Nigeria Coach) Before Morocco Clash: "We Play Every Match As If It's Our Last"

Erik Scheil (Nigeria Coach) Before Morocco Clash: "We Play Every Match As If It's Our Last"

13 January 2026at11:04

Erik Scheil, head coach of the Nigerian national team, affirmed that facing the Moroccan national team in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals represents the biggest test for his squad.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference, he stated: "The match against Algeria was the biggest test, and now the match against Morocco is the biggest test. For us, every match is the biggest test."

He added: "We are ready for all confrontations, and we try to play every match as if it's our last, giving everything we have. Now I need to assess the physical condition of my players, then I will select the best players and devise the match plan."

The Nigerian national team will face their Moroccan counterparts tomorrow, Wednesday, at 21:00 (GMT+1), in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals, held at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in the capital Rabat.

What is Erik Scheil's approach to the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against Morocco?

Coach Erik Scheil emphasizes treating every match, including the Morocco semi-final, as the "biggest test" and their last, demanding maximum effort from his Nigerian squad. He plans to assess player fitness before finalizing his strategy.

When and where will Nigeria face Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals?

The Nigerian national team will play Morocco tomorrow, Wednesday, at 21:00 (GMT+1) in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals. The match is scheduled to take place at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.