Sparks will fly at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Abidjan as Nigeria vs Cameroon battle for a place in the last 8 of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in the Ivory Coast.
This clash will kick-off at 21:00 GMT+1 on Saturday, 27 January 2024. Which of these teams will come out on top?
How both teams got to the Round of 16
The Super Eagles of Nigeria booked their spot in the knockout phase after picking up seven points out of a possible nine in Group A where they finished second behind group winners Equatorial Guinea who took top spot due to superior goal difference.
Jose Peseiro's side scored just once in open play, with a penalty and an own goal ensuring that the three-time AFCON champions got the job done with relative ease, and will now look to make the most of their 15th straight appearance in AFCON Round of 16 as they take on Rigobert Song's side.
Cameroon, meanwhile, secured a place in the tournament's knockout stage after an injury time winner from Christopher Wooh earned them a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Gambia and a second spot finish in Group C.
The Indomitable Lions will be looking to navigate into the quarter-finals for the tenth time in their last 12 AFCON appearances with a more improved performance than their group stage showings in order to keep their dream of winning a sixth AFCON title alive.
Nigeria vs Cameroon probable lineups
Nigeria (3-4-3)
Goalkeeper: Stanley Nwabali
Defenders: Semi Ajayi, William Troost-Ekong, Calvin Bassey
Midfielders: Kenneth Omeruo, Alex Iwobi, Frank Onyeka, Ola Aina
Forwards: Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen, Moses Simon
Cameroon (3-4-3)
Goalkeeper: Andre Onana
Defenders: Christopher Wooh, Harold Moukoudi, Jean-Charles Castelletto
Midfielders: Darlin Yongwa, Olivier Kemen, Zambo Frank Anguissa, Olivier Ntcham
Forwards: Georges-Kevin N'Koudou, Frank Magri, Karl Toko Ekambi
Nigeria vs Cameroon confirmed lineups
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Nigeria vs Cameroon stats
- Nigeria and Cameroon have faced each other in the Africa Cup of Nations seven times; Nigeria won 3, Cameroon won 3, while 1 game was drawn.
- Both teams last met in this competition in 2019 with Nigeria running out 3-2 winners.
- This will be the 26th meeting between these teams. Nigeria leads the head-to-head with 12 wins in 25 games, Cameroon came out on top in five matches, while eight clashes ended in stalemates.
- The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon last beat Nigeria in a competitive fixture in 2000, they've now lost five of their last eight encounters with the Super Eagles.
- Cameroon's three wins against Nigeria in the AFCON tournament were all final victories; that's coming up clutch when it matters most.
- Nigeria will be looking to win their fourth AFCON title, whereas Cameroon are dreaming for their sixth.
Nigeria vs Cameroon prediction
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have so far struggled in front of the goal post but have showcased defensive might in this competition with just one goal conceded.
Coming up against a Cameroon side with a point to prove after what could have been a disastrous group stage campaign for Song's outfit, this clash will be a difficult one for both teams. But will Nigeria continue their unbeaten streak in competitive games against the Indomitable Lions that has lasted for over two decades?
Prediction: Both teams to score.
Where to watch Nigeria vs Cameroon live
Football fans across Nigeria will be able to catch the Super Eagles live in action against Cameroon on SuperSport Football Plus Nigeria, SuperSport GOtv Football, Canal+ CAN, NTA Sports channel, and StarTimes Sports Premium.
On the other hand, for fans in Cameroon, this match will be live on SuperSport Football Plus, Canal+ CAN, SuperSport GOtv Football, and Cameroon RTV.
This article was most recently revised and updated 1 year ago
