Ivory Coast vs Nigeria prediction 18.01.2024
Ivory Coast
0 : 1
Nigeria
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- Competition: Africa Cup of Nations
- Date: 18th January 2024
- Kickoff: 17:00 UTC / 18:00 CET
- Venue: Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé
Ivory Coast, the hosts, will aim to sustain their perfect start to the 2024 AFCON when they face Nigeria on Thursday evening in Northern Abidjan.
We anticipated a strong start from Ivory Coast in this tournament due to their home advantage, and they didn’t disappoint in their performance last weekend. Jean-Louis Gasset’s team triumphed over Guinea-Bissau 2-0 in the first match, thereby lengthening their winning streak in competitive games to four. Impressively, the Elephants managed to win all four matches without letting in a single goal and scored a total of fourteen goals.
Nigeria is struggling to translate their abundant skills into triumphs. Despite entering the tournament after a streak of two non-victorious competitive matches, the Super Eagles were unable to break this run. José Peseiro’s team managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea in their first game, despite starting from behind. However, considering their decent track record against the Elephants &— two victories from their last three competitive encounters &— they are optimistic about their prospects in Thursday’s game.
Ivory Coast vs Nigeria Betting Tips: Double chance Nigeria
The past seven encounters between these two countries have not resulted in a draw, however, I anticipate the game on Thursday to be tight and could potentially end in a draw. The Ivory Coast is currently performing well, with victories in their last four matches and only one loss in their most recent ten games.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria, managed by José Peseiro, should certainly not be underestimated. They have remained undefeated in their previous six competitive games, securing three victories and three draws. Additionally, their latest match-up against the Elephants in the Africa Cup of Nations resulted in a triumph for them.
- Best Tip: Nigeria to win or Draw
- Ivory Coast vs Nigeria prediction: 1-1
Ivory Coast vs Nigeria Head to Head (H2H) stats
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11 jan 15
Nigeria
0 : 1
Ivory Coast
Friendly International
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27 jul 13
Ivory Coast
2 : 0
Nigeria
African Nations Championship
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06 jul 13
Nigeria
4 : 1
Ivory Coast
African Nations Championship
Ivory Coast team news
Côte d’Ivoire’s headline is about Wilfred Zaha, who was excluded from the squad by the country’s head coach, Jean-Louis Gasset.
On matchday one, Jean-Philippe Krasso netted his fourth goal for the Ivory Coast, while Seko Fofana, a defender for Al Nassr, scored his sixth international goal.
Wilfried Singo had to be subbed out at half-time due to minor issues. If he does not recover before Thursday’s match, Serge Aurier will begin his 90th international game.
Last matches of Ivory Coast
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13 jan 24
Ivory Coast
2 : 0
Guinea Bissau
Africa Cup of Nations
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06 jan 24
Ivory Coast
5 : 1
Sierra Leone
Friendly International
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20 nov 23
Gambia
0 : 2
Ivory Coast
CAF World Cup Qualifiers
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17 nov 23
Ivory Coast
9 : 0
Seychelles
CAF World Cup Qualifiers
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17 oct 23
Ivory Coast
1 : 1
South Africa
Friendly International
Ivory Coast lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Yahia Fofana
Defenders
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17
Serge Aurier
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2
Ousmane Diomande
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21
Evan Ndicka
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3
Ghislain Konan
Midfielders
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8
Franck Kessié
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18
Ibrahim Sangaré
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6
Seko Fofana
Forwards
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13
Jeremie Boga
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11
Jean-Philippe Krasso
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9
Jonathan Bamba
Nigeria team news
Nigeria coach José Peseiro will once again not be able to utilize Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface and midfielder Wilfred Ndidi due to injuries. In addition, Kelechi Iheanacho is also uncertain to play because of a muscle injury.
Last time out, Victor Osimhen netted his 21st goal in only 28 games for the Super Falcons and is expected to be the lead striker again. Meanwhile, Joe Aribo may potentially start in midfield.
Last matches of Nigeria
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14 jan 24
Nigeria
1 : 1
Equatorial Guinea
Africa Cup of Nations
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08 jan 24
Guinea
2 : 0
Nigeria
Friendly International
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19 nov 23
Zimbabwe
1 : 1
Nigeria
CAF World Cup Qualifiers
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16 nov 23
Nigeria
1 : 1
Lesotho
CAF World Cup Qualifiers
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16 oct 23
Mozambique
2 : 3
Nigeria
Friendly International
Nigeria lineup
Goalkeeper
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23
Stanley Nwabili
Defenders
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2
Ola Aina
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5
William Troost-Ekong
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6
Semi Ajayi
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3
Zaidu Sanusi
Midfielders
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11
Samuel Chukwueze
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8
Frank Onyeka
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17
Alex Iwobi
Forwards
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15
Moses Simon
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9
Victor Osimhen
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18
Ademola Lookman
Three reasons we expect Nigeria to get at least a point from this game
- Nigeria has not lost in their last six competitive matches.
- At the AFCON, Nigeria won their last encounter with The Ivory Coast.
- In each of their last five competitive matches, Nigeria has scored at least once.
Main prediction Ivory Coast &— Nigeria
Nigeria win or draw (X2)
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