Temitayo Olaoluwa Aina, the Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest wing-back, maintains confidence in his penalty-taking ability and expresses a willingness to step up again. Despite missing a penalty in Nigeria’s clash against South Africa, Ola Aina remains undeterred, as goalkeeper Nwabali saved two penalties, securing the team’s advancement.
The 27-year-old has been a crucial player in Jose Peseiro’s team, contributing across various positions throughout Nigeria’s campaign in Ivory Coast.
Speaking with Oluwashina Olekeji of Planet Sports Football Africa, Aina revealed that he was sure he would have put the penalty into the back of the net, but it wasn’t meant to be.
Temitayo Olaoluwa Aina, reflecting on his missed penalty against South Africa, acknowledges the unpredictability of football and expresses confidence in his penalty-taking abilities. Despite the gratitude extended to goalkeeper Nwabali and the team for saving him and securing their advancement, the former Torino player emphasizes his eagerness to step up and take another penalty, particularly if the situation arises in the AFCON 2023 final against Ivory Coast.
Hungry for success, Aina is determined to contribute to Nigeria’s quest for their fourth AFCON trophy on Sunday, aspiring to etch his name into the country’s football history.
