In a highly anticipated match on Thursday, Ivory Coast and Nigeria gear up for a crucial encounter in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations' group stage. The hosts, Ivory Coast, set a strong tone with a 2-0 victory over Guinea-Bissau, showcasing early prowess on home soil.
However, Nigeria faced a setback, managing only a 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea. The Super Eagles, led by star scorer Victor Osimhen, are keen on redemption after narrowly avoiding embarrassment in their opening match.
As the teams prepare for battle, Ivory Coast grapples with potential squad absences, notably Borussia Dortmund's Sebastien Haller and Brighton's Simon Adingra. Nigeria faces injury challenges, missing key players like Victor Boniface and Wilfred Ndidi, while Alhassan Yusuf is confirmed out of the clash.
With the match scheduled for a 6 pm kick-off at Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan, football enthusiasts await a thrilling showdown in this AFCON spectacle.
