PHOTOS: Ahmed Musa, Chukwueze, Iheanacho sweat it out as Super Eagles step up training for Ivory Coast

Super Eagles prepare for Ivory Coast.

PHOTOS: Ahmed Musa, Chukwueze, Iheanacho sweat it out as Super Eagles step up training for Ivory Coast

Izuchukwu Akawor 08:30 - 10.02.2024

Nigeria's Super Eagles have stepped up their preparation ahead of the AFCON 2023 final against host nation Cote d'Ivoire.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria led by captain Ahmed Musa were put through their paces in a hot training session as they prepare to face the Elephants in the Africa Cup of Nations final. 

Pulse Sports Nigeria reports that the AFCON 2023 will come to a climax on Sunday night when host nation Ivory Coast take on Nigeria in the most keenly anticipated grand finale.

Ahmed Musa, Chukwueze and Super Eagles

Ahead of the all-important clash, the Super Eagles media has shared photos of the players in training from Friday's session.

Photos posted by the team's official Facebook account showed Nigerian players training intensely under the beating Ivorian sun led by skipper, Musa, Samuel Chukwueze and others. 

The Super Eagles of Nigeria - Imago

With the trophy within reach, the players looked focused during drills to prepare for the massive continental decider. 

Striker Paul Onuachu, Stanley Nwabali, defenders Kenneth Omeruo, Calvin Bassey, and Chidozie Awazie were among those pictured working up a sweat. 

Super Eagles manager, Jose Peseiro, with his captains, William Troost-Ekong (left) and Ahmed Musa (right).
Super Eagles manager, Jose Peseiro, with his captains, William Troost-Ekong (left) and Ahmed Musa (right). (Photo Credit: Oganla Media/X)

The images provide a glimpse into Nigeria's preparations to try and claim a fourth AFCON crown and a first since 2013.

Here are some of the pictures as Jose Peseiro looks to close on high the mandate handed to him - to do it again for Nigeria and Nigerians. 

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The senior man, Kelechi Iheanacho, appears to be looking at something bizarre. (Photo Credit: Super Eagles/FB)
Samuel Chukwueze attempts a shot with Kenneth Omeruo and Terem Moffi watching closely.
Samuel Chukwueze attempts a shot with Kenneth Omeruo and Terem Moffi watching closely. (Photo Credit: Super Eagles/FB)
Super Eagles skipper, Ahmed Musa.
Super Eagles skipper, Ahmed Musa. (Photo Credit: Super Eagles/FB)
Nigeria's hero against South Africa, Stanley Nwabali.
Nigeria's hero against South Africa, Stanley Nwabali. (Photo Credit: Super Eagles/FB)
Star defender, Calvin Bassey.
Star defender, Calvin Bassey. (Photo Credit: Super Eagles/FB)
Paul Onuachu and Chidozie Awaziem.
Paul Onuachu and Chidozie Awaziem. (Photo Credit: Super Eagles/FB)
The full Super Eagles squad listens to coach Jose Peseiro.
The full Super Eagles squad listens to coach Jose Peseiro. (Photo Credit: Super Eagles/FB)

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