Tunisia captain Ferjani Sassi said his side is determined to beat Nigeria in their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations match, a result that would greatly improve the Carthage Eagles’ chances of finishing top of Group C. Hatem Trabelsi’s team currently leads the group on goal difference after a 3‑1 victory over Uganda.
Historically, Nigeria has dominated the head‑to‑head record at the AFCON, with four wins to Tunisia’s two defeats. The clash, scheduled for Saturday at the Complexe Sportif de Fès, is expected to be one of the group stage’s marquee fixtures. Sassi emphasized that the primary objective is to defeat the Super Eagles and secure first place. “It will be a really good game, and we are confident because this could be the final of the group stage. We want to finish first, and hopefully we will do well,” he told the media.
The match carries significant weight for both sides. A win would not only guarantee the top spot in the group but also boost morale and momentum heading into the knockout rounds. Tunisia’s current position reflects a strong performance, and a victory over Nigeria would solidify their prospects of advancing further. Conversely, the Super Eagles will look to exploit their favorable head‑to‑head record to claim the win and potentially displace the Carthage Eagles from the summit.
With both teams vying for dominance, the encounter promises to be intense and thrilling. Fans can expect a high‑stakes game with major implications for the Group C standings, and the result will set the tone for the remaining matches in the tournament.
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