The Super Eagles will face the Indomitable Lions in the Round of 16.
Nigeria qualified for the AFCON 2023 playoffs after finishing second on goal difference in their group behind Equatorial Guinea. The Super Eagles recorded convincing wins against Ivory Coast and Guinea-Bissau after drawing 1-1 in their opening match against Equatorial Guinea. They are now preparing for the decisive match against Cameroon.
Cameroon started with a draw with Guinea and a loss to Senegal, but two second-half goals saw them beat Gambia and Senegal beat Guinea to advance to the playoffs. This will set the stage for a fierce match between Cameroon and Nigeria.
Predicted lineup for Nigeria vs Cameroon
Nigeria predicted lineup (3-4-3)
Nwabili; Bassey, Troost-Ekong, Ajayi; Omeruo, Iwobi, Onyeka, Aina; Lookman, Osimhen, Chukwueze
Cameroon predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Onana; Yongwa, Wooh, Moukoudi, Castelletto; Anguissa, Kemen, Ntcham; Koudou, Ekambi, Magri.
