CURRENT REPORT BLOG The upcoming quarter-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will witness the Super Eagles of Nigeria facing off against the Palancas Negras of Angola. Both teams secured victories on Saturday, with Angola’s Gelson Dala scoring twice to overcome Namibia despite an early goalkeeper dismissal. Mabululu’s well-executed finish in the second half propelled the Palancas Negras to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2010. Meanwhile, Nigeria, led by Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman, secured their spot in the last eight by defeating five-time champions Cameroon. Lookman’s two goals, scored in each half, proved decisive in the 2-0 victory.
The highly anticipated quarter-final match between Angola and Nigeria is scheduled for Friday, 2nd February. The Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny in Abidjan will host the encounter, promising an exciting clash as both teams aim to advance further in the prestigious AFCON tournament.
