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'Football is played with your head' — Super Falcons coach Waldrum gloats after leading Nigeria to Olympic qualification

Randy Waldrum was in a celebratory mood after Nigeria's crucial win over South Africa
Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum basked in the glory of Nigeria's qualification for the 2024 Olympics, emphasising the cerebral aspect of the beautiful game.

Nigeria beat South Africa to reach Olympics
Waldrum's tenure as head coach of the Super Falcons reached a new high as he guided Nigeria to their first Olympic Games Women’s tournament since 2008. The team's hard-fought victory over fierce rivals South Africa sealed their age to the 2024 Olympics in Paris, ending a 16-year wait for Olympic participation.

In a tense encounter against South Africa, Nigeria held their nerve to secure a 1-0 aggregate victory following a goalless draw in Pretoria. The Super Falcons' disciplined performance mirrored their coach's tactical acumen, as they relied on solid defence and strategic play to earn their ticket to Paris.

A Quote from the Maestro
Following the win over South Africa, Randy Waldrum took to social media to share a poignant message, drawing inspiration from the legendary Italian midfielder Andrea Pirlo.


In a tweet, Waldrum proclaimed, "Football is played with your head. Your feet are just the tools," encapsulating the cerebral approach to the sport that guided Nigeria to victory.

The Group of Death Awaits
Nigeria's qualification for the Olympics comes with the challenge of navigating through a formidable group. Group C, dubbed the "Group of Death," features reigning World and UEFA Nations League champions Spain, along with Asian powerhouses Japan and the renowned Samba Queens of Brazil. Despite the daunting task ahead, Waldrum's tactical prowess will be crucial in guiding the Super Falcons through this formidable lineup of opponents.

As Nigeria's Super Falcons prepare to embark on their Olympic journey, Randy Waldrum's poetic celebration serves as a reminder of the importance of strategy and intelligence in football. With their coach's sage guidance and a blend of skill and determination, the Super Falcons will aim to make their mark on the grand stage of the 2024 Olympics in Paris, fueled by the wisdom that "football is played with your head."

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Good mental strength is needed.

Super falcons should make us proud in this Olympics. I'm rooting for them to grab a medal, even if it's bronze.

Sha be careful with our girls

Sure... it's head game

Was it played with yansh before

Make e no deliver first, we go remind am.


Na only qualifications, u don de borrow people ooo.

Is there anything one does without using his head?

lol

Keep the ball rolling...
Go and bring the Olympic home...

We know

This man brought in a lot of innovation into Nigerian football. The day I heard they were contemplating renewing this man’s contract I realized there is something wrong with Nigeria…something like is Nigeria condemned to not to ever work?

Lawalemi:
Sha be careful with our girls

Oga what do you mean?

I thought football was played with the legs. Which one is head again; ayam not understanding.

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It’s actually the truth

It needs a lot of calculations and strategies

In summary, South Africans no get head.

FireUpNow:


Oga what do you mean?

Nobody ask him for these lectures.

God bless you

rinzaugustine:
This man brought in a lot of innovation into Nigerian football. The day I heard they were contemplating renewing this man’s contract I realized there is something wrong with Nigeria…something like is Nigeria condemned to not to ever work?

Definitely

randy coach

I think say Olympics na for junior or younger players with additional 3 senior players

We don start.. South Africa could have scored at least 2 goals , if not for our Goalie and some luck on our side...

VaginaAcademic:
I think say Olympics na for junior or younger players with additional 3 senior players

Not for women

Acecube:
Not for women

ok thanks

Akwamkpuruamu:
Is there anything one does without using his head?

Balotelli

Emman08:
In summary, South Africans no get head.

Football is played with your legs.