A recent report indicates that Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles are set to face a crucial challenge against Congo in their final Group Stage match at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN).
The report states that this encounter will take place at the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Tuesday, August 19.
Eric Chelle’s squad approaches this match under significant pressure following consecutive losses to Senegal and Sudan, which have left them at the bottom of Group B. Nigeria needs to regain its attacking form, having not scored in either of its previous matches.
On the other hand, Congo remains unbeaten after two consecutive draws, managing to come from behind in both instances to secure a point.
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With qualification still attainable, a victory would guarantee them a spot in the knockout stages.
Match Details
Fixture: Nigeria vs Congo
Competition: African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024)
Venue: Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Date: Tuesday, August 19
Kick-off: 10:30 p.m. IST / 05:00 p.m. GMT / 01:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT
VAR: In operation
Recent Form
Nigeria: W-D-D-L-L
Congo: L-L-L-D-D
Team News
Nigeria: Defender Semi Ajayi is unavailable due to injury.
Congo: No injury issues; full squad is available.
Head-to-Head Record
Total meetings: 11
Nigeria wins: 6
Congo wins: 2
Draws: 3
Predicted Lineups
Nigeria (4-3-3): Lawal (GK); Sodiq, Nduka Junior, Ngenge, Abdulrafiu; Otaniyi, Tochukwu, Adedayo; Sikiru, Haruna, Desouza.
Congo (4-2-3-1): Samba (GK); Mapata, Itoua, Peya, Konde; Elenga, Nongo; Andzouono, Debon, Nkaya; Mankou
Raymond Tochukwu (Nigeria): The 21-year-old midfielder is expected to play a key role in Nigeria’s efforts to break their goal-scoring drought. His creativity and determination could be crucial in penetrating Congo’s defense.
Japhet Mankou (Congo): The 23-year-old forward has been a reliable presence.
