Nigeria will use criticism from pundits as motivation before their crucial Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) quarter-final against Cameroon.
The holders and nine-time record champions were beaten in their Group C opener by South Africa, which led to severe criticism at home in West Africa.
But wins over Botswana and Burundi sealed a spot in the last eight, and vastly-experienced defender Osinachi Ohale insists the Super Falcons will not let negative comments distract them in Morocco.
“Nigeria has always been a team to beat and you don’t let those kind of talks bring you down,” the 30-year-old said.
“There are some talks that you hear and you can only let it motivate you.
“Cameroon, like other teams here, wants to beat us and on our part we want to keep winning. You continue to work on your game, continue to trust in the coaches, the staff and your teammates.”
