Cameroon coach Rigobert Song has attributed his team’s defeat to the Super Eagles to the inexperience of his players.
The Indomitable Lions suffered a 2-0 loss to the Super Eagles in the round of 16 Africa Cup of Nations clash on Saturday at the Stadium, with Ademola Lookman scoring both goals.
Speaking after the game, Song added that he is building the next generation of stars for the Indomitable Lions, stressing that they will be ready in two years.
“We faced a Nigerian team that was well organized. At first, we were in the game, but later, it became difficult for us. My players lacked experience to play against Nigeria. We played with young players, and my players are not capable of playing to a certain level. I’m rebuilding, and it takes lots of time to rebuild a team. I think by two or three years they would be better,” Song said
“My players played with fear. When you face a team like Nigeria, it can disturb you. We tried our best, but our best was not enough. Let us acknowledge that they have done their best, but they lack experience to face a team like Nigeria.”
The former Cameroon captain said he will learn from his side’s defeat to Nigeria.
“This is a game that you learn every day. When you are a player and manager, it is a very different thing. I’m still learning, and I am open to criticism, but I am constructing criticism.”