Nigeria seeks redemption as Congo chase quarter-final slot

Benjamin Mkapa Stadium will stage a battle of contrasting emotions on Tuesday night when Nigeria and Congo face off in their final group D fixture...
✨ Key Highlights
Nigeria's Super Eagles will face Congo in a Group D fixture at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium, with Nigeria seeking redemption after two defeats and Congo chasing a quarter-final spot. For Nigeria, the match on Tuesday night is about salvaging dignity, while Congo needs a victory to advance.
- Nigeria has conceded five goals and scored zero in the tournament.
- Nigeria's coach, Eric Sekou Chele, stated the team's motivation is "about honour" and they "cannot return home empty handed."
- Congo, with two draws and two points, must win to secure a spot in the last eight.
- Congo's coach, Barthelemy Ngatsono, emphasized discipline, stating, "we will play to win."
Continue Reading
Read the complete article from Standard Sports
Part of the Day's Coverage
Senegal, Sudan, Nigeria, and Congo Face Final CHAN 2024 Group D Matches - August 2025
Teams in Group D of the 2024 Africa Nations Championships are set for decisive final matches. Sudan and Senegal will compete for the top spot at Amaan International Stadium, with both teams tied with four points. For this match, substitute striker Issa Boye will lead Senegal's attack due to injuries to two key strikers. In another Group D fixture, Nigeria's Super Eagles will face Congo at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium. Nigeria is seeking redemption after two defeats, while Congo is chasing a quarter-final slot and needs a victory to advance.







