Nigerian football star Kenneth Omeruo is anticipating a challenging Africa Cup of Nations final against Ivory Coast, scheduled for Sunday at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Ebimpe, Abidjan. The upcoming match will be a rematch of the group stage encounter, which Nigeria won 1-0.
Expressing his thoughts, Omeruo acknowledged the significance of the upcoming game for both nations, stressing Ivory Coast’s desire for revenge after their previous defeat. He emphasized the expected hostile crowd support for Ivory Coast but highlighted Nigeria’s preparedness and experience in handling such pressure.
During a press interaction on Thursday, Omeruo admitted the anticipated toughness of the final but affirmed the team’s determination to secure victory.
The stage is set for a fiercely contested final, as Nigeria and Ivory Coast lock horns in a high-stakes battle for the AFCON 2023 title.