AFCON 2023 final showdown: Ivory Coast vs Nigeria
It’s down to the wire for the Africa Cup of Nations, with Ivory Coast and Nigeria battling it out for the crown on Sunday. The hosts, Ivory Coast, and the former champions, Nigeria, are both eyeing the top spot in Abidjan.
Nigeria, aiming for their fourth title, are up against an Ivorian team seeking to add to their victories in 1992 and 2015. Despite a rocky start for Ivory Coast, they’ve fought back with impressive wins.
In a twist, Nigeria, despite playing in Abidjan, are considered the ‘home’ team. The atmosphere is expected to be electric, with both sides hungry for victory.
Both teams have their strengths and standout players, setting the stage for an intense match.
Credit goes to BBC for providing insightful coverage of the tournament.
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