Nigeria vs Cameroon: Kanu Predicts AFCON Round Of 16 Clash

Nwankwo Kanu, the Arsenal legend, has predicted that the Super Eagles of Nigeria will emerge victorious against Cameroon in today's 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Round of 16 clash.

In a video post via his X account on Saturday, the former Nigeria international also urged Nigerians to keep praying and supporting Jose Peseiro’s men as they tackle Cameroon.

The former Ajax and Inter Milan star, however, admitted that the match will be difficult but the Super Eagles will come out victorious.

“Nigeria vs Cameroon. What ever it is, you [Super Eagles] are coming out strong, victorious,” Kanu said.

“Let’s us keep praying, supporting the team, it will be a difficult game, but we have the team.

“Believe, come on boys you can do it. You have done it before, you can still do it again.

“Get the victory and we keep moving. Remember we are heading to the finals to win the tournament.”

Nigeria head for the game after beating Guinea-Bissau 1-0 in their last game, while Cameroon won 3-2 against Gambia.

The kick-off time for the match is 9:00 pm.