In their final friendly before the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, the Super Eagles suffered a 2-0 defeat to Guinea, revealing several concerns for Nigeria. Notably, the absence of key player Victor Osimhen highlighted potential attacking deficiencies, while a missed penalty by Moses Simon underscored the need for a reliable penalty taker. Defensive vulnerabilities were exposed, urging a tightening of the backline, and a goalkeeping reassessment favored Francis Uzoho over Stanley Nwabili. The impact of squad rotation in a loss to Zambia emphasized the delicate balance between player rest and maintaining momentum. As the Super Eagles head to AFCON, addressing these issues is crucial for a successful tournament campaign.