Category: Nations Cup
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AFCON 2023: Victor Osimhen emerge Man of the match
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen has been named the man of the match in the Nigeria Super Eagles match against the Elephants of Cote D’Ivoire in the African Cup of Nations second group A match on Thursday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The reigning African footballer of the year proved instrumental to the 1-0 crucial win over the Ivorians…
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AFCON 2023: Super Eagles edge Cote D’Ivoire to keep campaign on course
Super Eagles defeated Elephants of Cote D’Ivoire in their second group A match of the ongoing African Cup of Nations in Cote D’Ivoire on Thursday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Eagles edged the West African derby 1-0 courtesy of a second half penalty by William Troost Ekong to keep their campaign on course at the Alassane Quattara…
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AFCON 2023: Peseiro shuffles formation, starts Chukwueze and Bassey for Côte d’Ivoire showdown
In a strategic move, Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, announces made changes to his line up for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations clash, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports Nigeria by 6pm will play the Elephants of Côte d’Ivoire at the Alassanne Quattara Stadium in what could be a decider for their stay in the tournament. Peseiro,…
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AFCON 2023: Osimhen claims Nigeria is battle-ready for Côte d’Ivoire
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Nigeria’s star-striker, Victor Osimhen, has laid bare the strategic objectives for the Super Eagles as they gear up to face Ivory Coast in a crucial clash at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathers. Osimhen emphasized that the Super Eagles are focused on enhancing their goal-scoring efficiency and capitalizing on opportunities against Ivory…
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Sébastien Haller may play a part against Super Eagles clash
Cote D’Ivoire’s star player, Sebastien Haller may likely play a part in the second group A game between the host nation and Nigeria on Thursday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Haller was absent in the first game of the Elephants where they defeated Guinea Bissau 2-0 due to injury which he had prior to the tournament. Cote D’Ivoire…
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AFCON 2023: Gasset sees Nigeria’s as threat despite their slow start in Côte d’Ivoire
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Côte d’Ivoire head coach Jean Louis Gasset regards the Nigeria’s Super Eagles as a formidable team with exceptional players, emphasizing the difficulty of judging them based on their first game against Equatorial Guinea, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Nigeria, to the surprise of football fans came from behind to play a 1-1 draw against Equitorial Guinea on Sunday.…
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AFCON 2023: Sadiq Umar’s sudden recovery from injury “confuses” Jose Peseiro
Super Eagles Coach Jose Peseiro says he is as confused as other Nigerians following Sadiq Umar’s sudden recovery from injury after medical reports stated he was going to be out for a while, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Portuguese gaffer spoke in a press conference prior to the West African derby between Nigeria and Cote D’Ivoire on…
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AFCON 2023: We can withstand the pressure of playing in front of the host fans – Kenneth Omeruo
Ahead of the crucial clash against Cote D’Ivoire in the second group A fixture, Super Eagles assistant captain, Kenneth Omeruo says he and his teammates can withstand the pressure that comes with playing against the host nation, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Kenneth Omeruo who spoke with Nigerian journalists in Cote D’Ivoire as the team prepare for the…
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“For this game, he isn’t ready but might be for the final game of the group” – Jose Peseiro on Alhassan Yusuf
Alhassan Yusuf is out of the game against Cote D’Iviore as confirmed by the coach of the Super Eagles in the pre match conference on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Yusuf had sustained a muscle cramp in the opening game against Equatorial Guinea and was substituted in the 68th minute leaving many Nigerians worried of his availability…
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Joseph Yobo ask for urgency and compactness ahead of Cote D’Ivoire clash
Former Nigeria International, Joseph Yobo has asked the Super Eagles for more intensity and urgency as they take on host nation, Cote D’Ivoire in their second group game of the African Cup of Nations on Thursday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The former defender who was also a former assistant coach of the side while speaking with Ifeanyi…
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“Stay with us, don’t give up” – Semi Ajayi pleads with Nigerians
Super Eagles defender, Semi Ajayi has beseeched Nigerians to keep faith with the team ahead of their clash against the Elephants of Cote D’Ivoire after their slow start to the African Cup of Nations, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ajayi spoke on the back drop of the 3-time African champions 1-1 draw against the Thundes of Equatorial Guinea…
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2023 AFCON: “We have a good team, We are Côte d’Ivoire” Max Gradel
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Ivorian winger Max Alain Gradel expresses confidence as the Elephants gear up for their clash against Nigeria, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The host, leading Group A with three points, aims for a second victory at the Alassanne Quattara Stadium on Thursday after triumphing over Guinea-Bissau. Gradel emphasizes the lack of pressure, highlighting their satisfaction with the initial…
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AFCON 2023: Peseiro talks Côte d’Ivoire, home advantage and expectations from his players
Jose Peseiro, head coach of the Super Eagles, highlights the necessity for peak performance as his team prepares to face Cote d’Ivoire in a pivotal match at the Alassanne Quattara Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The West African derby is set to unfold in Ebimpe, Abidjan, this Thursday. Peseiro stresses the importance of staying compact and playing…
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AFCON 2023: Ekong urges Nigerian football enthusiasts to unite behind the team
In the wake of a lackluster 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea’s Nzalang Nacional in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations opener, Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong, is appealing to soccer-loving Nigerians for unwavering support, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The upcoming crucial match against Cote d’Ivoire is vital for Jose Peseiro’s side, necessitating a victory to enhance their…
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AFCON 2023: Sadiq Umar returns to full training with Sociedad (Video)
Real Sociedad striker Sadiq Umar back to full training three days after he was leaving Nigeria’s Super Eagles camp due to injury, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Sadiq was reported to have suffered a knee injury during the Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations preparatory match against Guinea in Dubai last week. “Injured” sadiq Umar back in Training…
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AFCON 2023: Super Eagles’ Ajayi Optimistic for Redemption in Upcoming Clash
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Semi Ajayi, the West Bromwich Albion defender, expresses confidence in the Super Eagles’ ability to rectify their performance in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Despite a lackluster display against Equatorial Guinea, Ajayi believes the team will overcome challenges in the upcoming clash against hosts Cote d’Ivoire at the Alssanne Quattara Stadium, Ebimpe,…
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2023 AFCON: Super Eagles Boosted as OGC Nice Star, Terem Moffi, Joins Camp in Abidjan
In a significant development for the Super Eagles, Terem Moffi of OGC Nice has joined the squad, swelling the camp to 25 players in Abidjan, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The striker, stepping in for the injured Victor Boniface, arrived at the Pullman Hotel base on Sunday night. Boniface, who underwent surgery in Berlin last week for a…
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AFCON: Mo Salah to the rescue as Egypt start campaign with draw against Mozambique
Liverpool star, Mohamed Salah was the saving grace for 7-time champions of the African Cup of Nations, Egypt against Mozambique in the group B opener, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Salah scored a late penalty to level the matters for Egypt against Mozambique to end the score at 2-2 at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan on Sunday.…
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AFCON: “It is just a cramp” Alhassan Yusuf speaks about injury
N igeria Super Eagles midfielder, Alhassan Yusuf has revealed that he suffered a cramp in the game against Equatorial Guinea in the African Cup of Nations opener on Sunday at the Olympic Stadium of Ebimpe, Abidjan, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Royal Antwerp player was stretched out of the pitch in the Super Eagles 1-1 draw against…
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AFCON: Hopefully Alhassan Yusuf will be available for the next match – Jose Peseiro
Super Eagles Coach, Jose Peseiro is hopeful Alhassan Yusuf’s injury will not be for long after the midfielder was stretched out in game against Equatorial Guinea in the African Cup of Nations opener, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Royal Antwerp suffered an injury in the 68th minute of the game and was replaced by Southampton’s Joseph Aribo…