Africa’s fiercest rivalry will be rekindled in the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday as the Super Eagles of Nigeria face the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon.

The neighboring countries endured different group stages, with the Super Eagles enjoying a cruise into the knockouts with one-nil victories over Ivory Coast and Guinea-Bissau.

Cameroon, meanwhile, were on the verge of a shock exit at the hands of Gambia but they managed to qualify after scoring two stoppage time goals.

Kick-off time and venue

Nigeria vs Cameroon is scheduled for a 9 pm kick-off on Saturday, January 27, 2024.

The match will take place at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Abidjan.

Where to watch

The match can be seen on DSTV Supersport channel 202, NTA among others.

Nigeria Team News

Jose Peseiro has found success with a 3-4-3 formation in Nigeria’s last two matches, with Fulham defender Calvin Bassey impressing at left cennter back.

Alhassan Yusuf, William Troost-Ekong, Zaidu Sanusi are all back from injury issues, and have been pictured in training.

Moses Simon and Ademola Lookman are competing to flank Victor Osimhen while Alex Iwobi may expect to replace Joe Aribo in the middle of the park.

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Cameroon Team News

Cameroon’s preparation has focused on Andre Onana’s situation, with the Manchester United goalkeeper reportedly involved in a bust-up with national team chief Samuel Eto’o after being dropped for the Gambia game.

Fabrice Ondoa, is Onana’s main competition for the number one spot. 

Veteran striker Vincent Aboubakar may finally be fit to make his bow at the 2023 AFCON.

[TheNation]