Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi, though sidelined due to injury, has shared an uplifting message with his Super Eagles teammates as they gear up for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final against Ivory Coast. The highly anticipated clash, set to take place at the Stade Alassane Ouattara, sees Nigeria aiming for a fourth AFCON crown against the formidable Ivorian side.

Despite Ndidi’s unfortunate absence from the final 25-man squad due to injury, his replacement, Antwerp star Alhassan Yusuf, has stepped up admirably. In the lead-up to the decisive encounter, Ndidi expressed his support and well-wishes for his teammates, conveying his heartfelt desire for them to secure victory.

“Though I can’t be on the pitch with my brothers, my heart is with them as they play in the AFCON final tonight,” Ndidi conveyed. “Sending all my support and best wishes. Let’s bring that trophy home! Good luck!”

As Ivory Coast holds the home advantage and a resilient mentality after overcoming challenges to reach the final, Nigeria has showcased improvement throughout the tournament, despite concerns about fatigue. The final promises to be an intense and captivating spectacle as both teams vie for the prestigious AFCON title.