Nigeria vs. Ivory Coast Preview (What To Know Before Betting)
Nigeria vs. Ivory Coast
The Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday, featuring Nigeria and Ivory Coast at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, is a rematch of their earlier Group A encounter.
Since the Super Eagles triumphed over the Elephants in the earlier stages of the tournament, significant developments have unfolded. The hosts, facing challenges that seemed insurmountable, have overcome obstacles and now carry a sense of momentum into the final in Abidjan.
Before the commencement of AFCON 2023, Ivory Coast fans had a belief in reaching the final, while Super Eagles supporters saw their team transition from tournament outsiders to the highest-ranked nation remaining. This transformation occurred after initial setbacks, including group-stage exits to Algeria and Tunisia, as well as early elimination in the knockout stages against Egypt, Morocco, and defending champions Senegal.
Nigeria vs. Ivory Coast
Despite the exceptional talent of the three-time champions, skepticism surrounded Jose Peseiro’s team due to underwhelming performances and results leading up to the finals. Doubts lingered about the squad’s capabilities.
However, the West African side displayed a contrasting image during the tournament proper. They created opportunities in the opening match against Equatorial Guinea, even though it ended without a victory. They adapted their approach to secure a win against Ivory Coast and showcased defensive astuteness throughout the knockout rounds, bringing them within striking distance of claiming a fourth crown.
What to remember – Nigeria vs. Ivory Coast
As the hosts, Ivory Coast not only carry momentum into Sunday’s final but also possess a physical advantage over the Super Eagles. These factors suggest a narrow victory for the Elephants, indicating they have more resources in reserve for the decisive match.
Betting tip for Nigeria vs. Ivory Coast
Our expert tipster partners anticipate that there will be less than 2.5 goals in this match