On Monday night, the Nigerian contingents travelled to Bouake for the crucial match against South Africa, but Osimhen could not make the trip.
Osimhen will stay put in Abidjan, where the team has been based since the tournament began more than three weeks ago.
”I’m excited we played well and showed great ability and quality; this is what it takes to get to the final,” he said.
“We know they have scored a lot of goals, but I have confidence in my team that we will be able to withstand any pressure from them,” Iwobi stressed.
Nigeria will face Angola, who defeated Namibia 3-0 earlier on Monday, in the quest for a place in the semifinals.
“What Nigerians should expect is an outright win
The Super Eagles defeated Guinea-Bissau by a lone goal to be second in Group A last Monday.
Goal-shy Super Eagles hope to ignite sparks in knockout stage.
Nigeria will face the runners-up of Group C – either Guinea or Senegal – on Saturday.
Ultimately, Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea have now advanced to the next stage of the tournament.
