The head coach of the Nigerian national football team, Jose Peseiro, has expressed his determination to clinch the top spot in Group A at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Super Eagles, three-time champions, are currently trailing behind Equatorial Guinea in the group standings and are gearing up to claim the leading position.

Peseiro emphasized the team’s ambition during a pre-match conference held at the Palais de la Culture in the Treichville area of Abidjan. He underscored the significance of securing the first-place position and highlighted the team’s readiness to battle for it.

In their quest to ascend to the top of Group A, Nigeria is gearing up to face Guinea-Bissau at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium. The outcome of this crucial fixture will significantly impact the Super Eagles’ standing in the group. Additionally, the team’s aspirations hinge on Equatorial Guinea’s performance against hosts Cote d’Ivoire; a draw or a loss for Equatorial Guinea would bolster Nigeria’s pursuit of the coveted top spot.

As the AFCON unfolds, the Super Eagles are determined to marshal all efforts and strategic maneuvers to fulfill their mission of claiming the leading position in Group A. The upcoming clash with Guinea-Bissau is pivotal, presenting the Nigerian team with a momentous opportunity to surge to the top and assert their dominance in the prestigious tournament.