Nigeria are scheduled to face Angola in the quarterfinals of the African Cup of Nations at Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny stadium on February 2.
The Super Eagles advanced to the competition's next round after an impressive 2-0 victory over Cameroon, with Ademola Lookman emerging as the hero, netting goals in the 36th and 90th minutes.
This triumph holds special importance for José Peseiro's team, as it avenges their 1984 AFCON final defeat to Cameroon on the same pitch at Stade Felix Houphouet Boigny.
Angola, on the other hand, displayed sheer dominance with a convincing 3-0 victory over Namibia. Gelson Dala ended up as the MVP, scoring two much-needed goals in the 38th and 42nd minutes, while Mabululu sealed the opponent's fate with a goal in the 66th minute.
Nigeria beat Cameroon to advance to AFCON's quarter-final round.
Nigeria vs Angola: Where to watch the Africa Cup of Nations 2023 Quarter Finals
- Australia: beIN Sports Connect
- Brazil: Band Play
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- Equatorial Guinea: AfroSport TVCanal+ CANTVGE
- Guinea: Canal+ CANStarTimes AppRTGAfroSport TVNew World Sport AppStartimes Sports Premium
- Senegal: New World Sport AppCanal+ CANRTS 1AfroSport TV
- UK: SKY GO ExtraSky Sports Football
- United States: beIN SPORTSbeIN SPORTS en EspañolbeIN SPORTS CONNECT
These two sides have crossed paths ten times previously. In their previous meetings, Nigeria emerged victorious three times, while Angola celebrated two wins. The intensity of their rivalry is evident from the three draws that rounded off their matchups.
As they prepare for their eleventh showdown, fans eagerly anticipate another chapter in this gripping rivalry.