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Ahead of their quarter-final clash against Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Angola players have been promised an astronomical sum of $250,000 if they emerge victorious on Friday. This financial incentive adds to the already impressive motivation given to the Palancas Negras, who reportedly received iPhone 15s with complimentary calls, SMS, and free internet for a year after reaching the quarterfinals.
The quarter-final showdown between Angola and the Super Eagles is set to be a clash between Nigeria’s formidable defense, having conceded only once in four games, and Angola’s sharp attack, which has netted an impressive nine goals in the same number of matches.
The match is scheduled for Friday, February 2, 2024, at 5 pm Ghana time at the Stade Felix Houphouet Boigny. Angola’s journey in the tournament has been commendable, with a 1-1 draw against Algeria, a thrilling 3-2 victory over Mauritania, and a decisive 2-0 win against Burkina Faso in the group stage. In the round of 16, they displayed dominance with a commanding 3-0 win over Namibia.
Nigeria, finishing second in Group B behind Equatorial Guinea, secured seven points with a draw against Equatorial Guinea, a victory over Ivory Coast, and a slim win against Guinea-Bissau. In the round of 16, the Super Eagles sealed a 2-0 victory against Cameroon, with Ademola Lookman netting twice.
As Angola aims to make history by reaching the semi-finals for the first time, Nigeria seeks their fourth AFCON title.
