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Wilfred Ndidi says the reminiscence of Nigeria’s shock 2021 Africa Cup of Nations elimination is a robust motivator because the Tremendous Eagles put together to face Tunisia once more within the 2025 match this Saturday.
Nigeria, after a flawless group stage in 2021, have been heavy favourites however have been surprised 1-0 within the Spherical of 16 by a Youssef Msakni aim for Tunisia.
Talking forward of the December 27 conflict (20:00 GMT), the Nigerian captain acknowledged the ache of that defeat however careworn the crew’s focus is on rewriting historical past.
“It was a painful loss in 2021. We don’t wish to take into consideration what occurred, we simply wish to face this one as a result of it’s a new crew, [with a] good gamers group,” Ndidi stated at a press convention.
He confirmed, nonetheless, that the previous serves as a reminder: “It provides us extra confidence and extra motivation. We speak about it and it’s not going to occur twice, hopefully.”
Each groups head into the match with momentum from opening victories. Nigeria secured a 2-1 win over Tanzania, whereas Tunisia defeated Uganda 3-1.
The stage is ready for a high-stakes encounter the place Nigeria seeks redemption, and Tunisia goals to show their earlier win was no fluke.
