Speaking at a press conference after Nigeria's 2 - 1 loss to Uruguay on Thursday evening, manager Stephen Keshi remained coy when quizzed about the absence of African coaches in the European Leagues.<br /><br />''How many African players playing in Europe, have a good performance, they can even have a certified technician, but there may be technical? <br /><br />''They tell us to go back to Africa. The reason? I do not know anything about prejudice. I have lived in the United States, but refused to accept the experience I gained in Europe as a player in helping Europe. Do not want to talk about it,'' Keshi was quoted as saying by <i>globoesporte.globo.com</i>.<br /><br />Nigeria will lock horns with Spain in the last group game, knowing they have to win by a wide margin to stand any chance of qualifying for the knock out rounds of the Confederations Cup.<br /><br />Despite the defeat to Uruguay, Stephen Keshi says the performance of his charges ticks so many boxes.<br /><br />''I was impressed with what my boys did against Uruguay, a team playing together for six years. I was pleased. <br /><br />''Playing against the world's best team (the Fury) is something we all hope for at this point. <br /><br />''It's wonderful to play in Brazil and I hope that this experience will serve for the next World Cup. <br /><br />''We are building our future and we must work together. It is a collective effort,'' adds the former New Nigerian bank libero.<br /><br />Photo Credit: thenationonlineng.net<br />