Ivory Coast and Nigeria Set-Up a Classic Final
Hosts, Ivory Coast completed their come-back journey by reaching the Finals of the AFCON 2023 where they will meet Nigeria in what has been billed to be a 'classic Final.'
The Final of the TotalEnergies AFCON 2023 will be played on Sunday, 11 February at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Ebimpe, Abidjan at 2:55PM ET / 11:55AM PT on beIN SPORTS.
Ivory Coast Make History as The Host of The AFCON
Ivory Coast laboured to a 1-0 over Democratic Republic of Congo (Congo DR) in front of a packed stadium in the economic hub of the Host Country curtesy of a goal from Sebastien Haller. It was a remarkable come-back from a country that was, not so long ago, written off by pundits.
Nigeria secured their spot in the final after a tense 4-2 penalty shootout victory over South Africa,. Nigeria, chasing their 4th African title since 2013, will face a formidable challenge from Ivory Coast, who are aiming to add a third continental title to their name.
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As anticipation builds for this highly-anticipated final, football fans across Africa are eagerly awaiting what is sure to be a memorable clash between two footballing giants.
Meanwhile Congo DR will take on South Africa in the third place playoff on Saturday at 2:55PM ET / 11:55AM PT on beIN SPORTS.
