Italy U-20 head coach, Carmine Nunziata believe their encounter against the Nigeria will not be easy point at the physical strength and pace of the Flying Eagles as their strong weapon, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The Young Azzurri will play Nigeria at the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup later today (Wednesday) with winner securing qualification into the Round of 16.
Italy U-20 head coach, Carmine Nunziata is looking forward to a difficult encounter against the Flying Eagles of Nigeria on Wednesday (today).
Both Nigeria and Italy won their Group D matches against Dominica Republic and Brazil respectively.
The gaffer, however, knows it won’t be an easy task, especially with the physicality and speed of Flying Eagles players.
“A strong team, difficult to face because they have extremely physical players, endowed with great speed. It won’t be easy, an important match to continue our journey in this World Cup,” Nunziata told the Italian Football Federation official website.
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