The Super Eagles, after being well on course to a fourth AFCON gold medal, were edged by the hosts Cote d’Ivoire.
A player receiving two blue cards during a match, or a combination of yellow and blue, will be shown a red card.
On Monday night, the Nigerian contingents travelled to Bouake for the crucial match against South Africa, but Osimhen could not make the trip.
The General Manager of Plateau United FC said the team was looking forward to another day to fight again.
With Burnley’s persistent efforts, they managed their first goal against City in nine games during stoppage time.
Côte d’Ivoire will now face the winner of the round of 16 game between Mali and Burkina Faso.
“We will now focus on our next match against Angola, who are having an excellent tournament,” he said.
Nigeria will face Angola, who defeated Namibia 3-0 earlier on Monday, in the quest for a place in the semifinals.
Tunisia’s Eagles of Carthage were also humbled by underdogs.
“Though we know everybody in this world wants money but money is the last thing for now.’’
