Super Eagles’ goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, is poised to start in the AFCON quarter-finals clash against Angola after being declared fit.
The Chippa United goalkeeper, who completed Thursday’s training session amid fitness concerns, has reportedly been confirmed to start the crucial match.
Super Eagles Media Officer Babafemi Raji, speaking on Channels TV, assured fans of Nwabali’s readiness: “He trained yesterday. He trained a day before yesterday. But yesterday was much more intense…he is very much available for selection for today’s match.”
Having conceded just once in four appearances during the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire, Nwabali has won hearts with his stellar performances.
The Super Eagles, coming off a commanding display against Cameroon, will face the Black Antelopes of Angola at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan, in a quarter-final clash.
The match is anticipated to be intriguing, given both teams’ determination to secure the AFCON title and their noteworthy head-to-head records.
After a group stage performance that left much to be desired, the Super Eagles of Nigeria bounced back with a convincing victory against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon.
This rekindled hopes for a fourth AFCON crown in Cote D’Ivoire.
Their opponents, Angola, have been stellar, finishing first in their group and effortlessly advancing past Namibia in the Round of 16.
The match promises to be compelling, with both teams eyeing the coveted AFCON title and considering their intriguing head-to-head records.
