By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Cote d’Ivoire head coach, Jean Louis Gasset believes his side must be at their best to beat the Super Eagles of Nigeria.
The Elephants will be up against the Super Eagles in their second Group A game at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations at the Alassanne Quattara Stadium, Ebimpe, Abidjan.
Both teams enjoyed contrasting fortunes in their opening game in the competition.
The hosts defeated Guinea-Bissau 2-0, while the Super Eagles head Equatorial Guinea to a 1-1 draw.
Gasset reckoned the Super Eagles will be a tough nut to crack for his side.
“Regarding our second match, we know the strengths of Nigeria, they have an impressive offensive armada, they have the best African player in their squad,” he told reporters. READ ALSO:
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“But against them, we will have to raise our cursor. And I know my players will do it because I know you had to win that first game to be released.”
