CAF Releases Official Match Schedule for 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. See Nigeria AFCON fixtures 2024, Date, Time and Venue.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the official match schedule for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Following the draw for this biennial competition, which transpired in Abidjan last week, fans now have a clear view of what to expect in this prestigious sporting event.
The 34th edition of Africa’s most prominent sports extravaganza is scheduled to take place from January 13 to February 11, 2024. The host cities for the tournament will include Abidjan, Yamoussoukro, Bouake, San Pedro, and Korhogo, promising a diverse and exciting backdrop for the continent’s football elite.
- Nigeria AFCON fixtures
The journey for the Super Eagles of Nigeria will kick off on Monday, January 14, when they face Equatorial Guinea at the Stade Olympique Alassane Quattara in Abidjan. It’s a much-anticipated clash that will set the tone for their campaign.
The following group game will witness Nigeria going head to head with host nation Cote d’Ivoire on January 18, also at the Stade Olympique Alassane Quattara in Abidjan. The fierce competition against the host team is bound to capture the attention of football enthusiasts across the globe.
For their final group-stage match, Nigeria will take on Guinea-Bissau on January 22 at the Stade Felix Houphouet Boigny in Abidjan. The stakes will be high as the Super Eagles aim to secure their passage to the next stage of the competition.
The grand opening of the 2023 AFCON is set to be an electrifying affair, featuring a matchup between the hosts, Cote d’Ivoire, and Guinea-Bissau. Scheduled for Sunday, January 13, 2024, the opening game will take place at the Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium in Abidjan, promising an enthralling start to the tournament.
Nigeria AFCON fixturesNigeria AFCON fixtures 2024, Date, Time and Venue
The match schedule for the Super Eagles of Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
| Match Date | Opponent | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 14 | Nigeria vs. Equatorial Guinea | 3:00pm | Stade Olympique Alassane Quattara, Abidjan |
| January 18 | Ivory Coast vs Nigeria | 6:00pm | Stade Olympique Alassane Quattara, Abidjan |
| January 22 | Guinea-Bissau vs. Nigeria | 6:00pm | Stade Felix Houphouet Boigny, Abidjan |
And here’s the opening match of the tournament:
| Match Date | Opponents | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| January 13 | Cote d’Ivoire vs. Guinea-Bissau | Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium, Abidjan |
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These matches will feature Nigeria as they aim to make their mark in the 2023 AFCON
As football fans around the continent eagerly await the kickoff of this prestigious competition, the official match schedule provides an opportunity to mark calendars, plan gatherings, and show support for their favorite teams. The 2023 AFCON is shaping up to be a spectacular sporting spectacle that will captivate audiences and showcase the rich talent of African football.
