Equatorial Guinea’s stunning 4-0 victory over Ivory Coast in the Africa Cup of Nations left top scorer Emilio Nsue emphasising humility despite the unexpected triumph.

Nsue, who scored twice in the match, stressed the importance of taking it step by step and staying humble. The underdogs, known as the National Thunder, secured their spot in the last 16 and aim to make their nation proud.Reflecting on their historic win, Nsue acknowledged the team’s determination, stating, “We have to keep being humble and trying our best.” Equatorial Guinea, previously considered underdogs, had never won a game by more than two goals at the finals before this impressive performance.

Reflecting on their historic win, Nsue acknowledged the team’s determination, stating, “We have to keep being humble and trying our best.” Equatorial Guinea, previously considered underdogs, had never won a game by more than two goals at the finals before this impressive performance.Captain Nsue, currently playing for Spanish third-tier team Intercity, opened the scoring just before halftime, contributing to his remarkable five-goal tally in the group stage. Despite beating Ivory Coast, Nsue remained grounded, stating, “We are not going to think that because we beat Ivory Coast we are going to win the tournament.”

Captain Nsue, currently playing for Spanish third-tier team Intercity, opened the scoring just before halftime, contributing to his remarkable five-goal tally in the group stage.

Despite beating Ivory Coast, Nsue remained grounded, stating, “We are not going to think that because we beat Ivory Coast we are going to win the tournament.” The National Thunder have advanced to the knockout stages in all four of their appearances.

Their best showing was of course the quarter-final finish in 2012 when they co-hosted the tournament alongside Gabon. Topping Group A ahead of Ivory Coast and Nigeria, they now prepare for the round of 16.

Nsue, the record scorer for his country with 22 goals, underlined the team’s commitment, saying, “We are going to give everything. We don’t care against who.” The 34-year-old expressed his joy at scoring two goals again, calling it a “big dream.”

Equatorial Guinea will face one of the best third-placed teams in the round of 16, returning to Abidjan’s Alassane Ouattara Stadium on Sunday. Nsue’s inspiring performance and the team’s unexpected success add an exciting twist to their Afcon journey, showcasing the unpredictable nature of football.