The Digest:
The Super Eagles B face Sudan in a pivotal 2024 CHAN Group D match in Zanzibar on Tuesday. After a narrow loss to Senegal, Nigeria must win to stay in the tournament, while Sudan seeks to build on a 1-1 draw with Congo.
Key Points:
- Nigeria’s Super Eagles B aim for revival after a 1-0 loss to Senegal.
- Sudan holds a point after a draw with Congo, leaving Nigeria with little room for error.
- Nigeria’s squad shows promise but needs stronger performance from key players like Michael Tochukwu and Olamilekan Adedayo.
- Sudan's tactical resilience, led by experienced coach James Kwesi Appiah, will challenge Nigeria’s youthful squad.
- Goalkeeper Ozoemena Ani's fitness remains uncertain; Mustapha Lawal may continue in goal.
- Head-to-head: Nigeria beat Sudan 1-0 in the 2018 CHAN semifinal.
- Both teams are making their fourth CHAN appearance, but Sudan boasts more experience.
Nigeria’s Super Eagles B need a win to restore belief in their title hopes, but Sudan’s discipline will test their resolve. A victory could reignite Nigeria's tournament ambitions.
Sources: Soccernet.ng, CAF, Super Eagles X
