Sierra Leone National Football Team vs Nigeria National Football Team Lineups 18 June 2023 AFCON Qualification. In the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations Group A match on June 18, 2023, Sierra Leone will be facing Nigeria at 16:00 UTC.
Sierra Leone and Nigeria have played against each other once this season. Currently, Sierra Leone is ranked 3rd, while Nigeria holds the 2nd position in the rankings.
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Sierra Leone head coach John Keister is unlikely to make significant changes to the starting lineup following their 2-0 victory over São Tomé and Príncipe in the previous match.
Based on the previous match, it is expected that Abubakarr Samura and Alhassan Koroma, who scored in that contest, will start in defense and midfield, respectively. Additionally, Alhaji Kamara, the striker from Randers FC, is likely to lead the offensive line and set the tempo for Sierra Leone.
Sierra Leone National Football Team vs Nigeria National Football Team Lineups
These players have shown their abilities and contributed to the team’s success in the previous game, hence their anticipated inclusion in the starting lineup for the upcoming match against Nigeria.
Sierra Leone Lineup
Nigeria Lineup
- 1 Adebayo
- 2 Osayi-Samuel
- 6 Ajayi
- 22 Omeruo (c)
- 3 Zaidu
- 6 Ndidi
- 18 Iwobi
- 11 Chukwueze
- 10 Aribo
- 15 Simon
- 9 Osimhen
After their triumph in the 2013 AFCON, Nigeria has faced challenges in meeting the high expectations placed upon them. However, their current performance in the qualifying stage is promising, having earned nine points from four games. With such a strong start, they are close to ensuring their qualification for the tournament.
The Super Eagles will be looking to regain their past glory and make a mark in the upcoming AFCON tournament, which will be hosted in Côte d’Ivoire.
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