Nigeria Goalkeeper, Nwabali Ready For Angola Game, Today

Super Eagles fans can breathe a sigh of relief! Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has shaken off injury concerns and is set to stand between the posts for Nigeria in their crucial AFCON 2023 quarter-final clash against Angola today.
Nwabali’s participation was initially in doubt after sustaining an injury during Nigeria’s thrilling 2-0 victory over Cameroon in the Round of 16.
However, the 27-year-old Chippa United shot-stopper has diligently participated in training sessions and received medical clearance to face Pedro Goncalves’ Angolan side.
This news comes as a welcome boost for the Super Eagles, who are seeking a place in the semi-finals.
Nwabali even shared a post on his X account on Wednesday, albeit, cryptic as no mention was made of his readiness for Friday’s clash against Angola.
But camp sources have informed The Tidesports source that he will be ready for the game against Angola after taking part in training on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Nwabali has been a rock in goal throughout the tournament, conceding only once in four appearances. That solitary strike came in the Super Eagles’ AFCON 2023 opener against Equatorial Guinea, and the goalkeeper has since gone on to keep three consecutive clean sheets against Cote d’Ivoire, Guinea-Bissau, and Cameroon. His composure under pressure has proven crucial for Nigeria’s defensive resilience.
However, the Super Eagles will be without their captain, Ahmed Musa, who suffered a thigh injury in training this week. Wingback, Bright Osayi-Samuel is also ruled out due to a knee injury. Both players have missed crucial minutes in the tournament, with Musa yet to make an appearance and Osayi-Samuel featuring twice.