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The Pelancas Negras have been one of the vital thrilling groups to observe in Cote d’Ivoire, and they are going to be out chasing historical past in opposition to the Nigerians
Former Nigeria worldwide Ifeanyi Udeze has cautioned that Nigeria’s quarterfinal conflict with Angola won’t be a mere stroll within the park for the Tremendous Eagles, Soccernet.ng stories.
Nigeria are set to face Angola’s Pelancas Negras for the primary time in match historical past on the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire on Friday, February 2.
To safe their spot within the quarter-finals, the Jose Peseiro-led Nigerian facet triumphed over Cameroon 2-0 within the Spherical-of-16, following a second-place end in Group A.
Nigeria navigated the group marketing campaign in fashion with victories in opposition to Cote d’Ivoire and Guinea-Bissau, coupled with a draw in opposition to Equatorial Guinea.
Then again, Angola, sustaining an unbeaten streak on the AFCON, drew 1-1 with Algeria and secured victories in opposition to Mauritania and Burkina Faso to prime Group D.
Within the Spherical of 16, they convincingly defeated Namibia 3-0, attaining a historic third consecutive win in AFCON historical past.
A win in opposition to Nigeria on this quarter-final would mark a major milestone for Angola, as it could propel them into the AFCON semi-final for the primary time.
Former Tremendous Eagles and West Brom left-back Ifeanyi Udeze emphasises the magnitude of the problem, stating,
“Angola just isn’t a walkover as a result of they’ve proven what they will do on this match,” the previous left-back stated on Brila FM.
“I’ve performed in opposition to Angola prior to now and every time they play Nigeria they at all times put in every little thing.
“The Eagles ought to method the sport in opposition to Angola identical to the best way they did within the recreation with Cameroon.”
The pinnacle-to-head document between Angola and Nigeria stands at two wins for every crew and 5 attracts, setting the stage for an intriguing battle on the pitch.
