The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations group stage was full of drama, with upsets after upsets and last-gasp goals. Hosts Ivory Coast came closest to leaving the tournament, while pre tournament underdogs topped their groups. Little-known players stole the show, stars failed to deliver. Manager changes also added to the intrigue, even without teams being eliminated.
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February 2, 2024
The Super Eagles of Nigeria clinched a hard-fought 1-0 victory against resilient Palanca Negras of Angola, securing their place in the semifinals of the 2023 African Cup of Nations.
Jose Peseiro could stick with the same starting XI from Nigeria’s round of 16 match against Cameroon, when the Super Eagles play quarter-final opponent, Angola, in the Africa Cup of Nations this Friday.
Nigeria’s head coach, Jose Peseiro says Angola is very strong side and expects a tough match from them.
Angola head coach, Pedro Gonçalves says his side are underdogs when they face Nigeria on Friday.
Bright Osayi-Samuel will miss Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash against Angola on Friday.
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has now been given the green light to take part in the quarter-final encounter with Angola on Friday.
Coach Jose Peseiro said he’s unlikely to change his tactics for the quarter final clash against Palanca Negras of Angola.
Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro has provided latest update on his first choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali who is battling to be fit for their game against Angola.