It's one last hurdle for Nigeria and Ivory Coast, against each other, until one of them can land their hands on the Africa Cup of Nations trophy following a win in Sunday's final.
When the two sides played each other in Group A of this edition's tournament, it was the Super Eagles who came on top by a solitary goal, but the hosts will try with all their might to write the script in their favour in the ultimate showdown.
Here GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
Nigeria vs Ivory Coast kick-off time & stadium
| Date: | February 11, 2024 |
| Kick-off time: | 8 pm GMT |
| Venue: | Alassane Ouattara Stadium |
The Africa Cup of Nations final between Nigeria and Ivory Coast will be played at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
It will kick off at 8 pm GMT on Sunday, February 11, in the United Kingdom (UK).
How to watch Nigeria vs Ivory Coast online - TV channels & live streams
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| Sky Sports Ultra HDR | Watch here |
In the UK, the game is available to watch and stream live through Sky Sports and BBC.
Fans who are unable to watch the game can follow the live updates on GOAL.
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Team news & squads
Nigeria team news
Napoli hitman Victor Osimhen - who overcame abdominal discomfort in the semi-final win over South Africa - will be supported by Moses Simon and Ademola Lookman.
Bright Osayi-Samuel may retain his place over Zaidu Sanusi at the right full-back position, with Ola Aina on the other side, while Semi Ayayi, William Troost-Ekong and Calvin Bassey continue as the back-three.
Nigeria possible XI: Nwabali; Ajayi, Troost-Ekong, Bassey; Osayi-Samuel, Onyeka, Iwobi, Aina; Simon, Lookman; Osimhen.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Uzoho, Ojo, Nwabali |
| Defenders: | Aina, Sanusi, Troost-Ekong, Ajayi, Osayi-Samuel, Onyemaechi, Awaziem, Bassey, Omeruo |
| Midfielders: | Yusuf, Onyeka, Aribo, Iwobi, Onyedika |
| Forwards: | Musa, Osimhen, Chukwueze, Iheanacho, Simon, Lookman, Onuachu, Moffi |
Ivory Coast team news
Caretaker manager Emerse Fae will have Serge Aurier back from a suspension to start at right-back, as would Oumar Diakite to make the squad.
Borussia Dortmund's Sebastien Haller is set to lead the line of attack, alongside Nicolas Pepe and Simon Adingra.
Ivory Coast possible XI: Y. Fofana; Aurier, Boly, Ndicka, Konan; Kessie, Seri, S. Fofana; Pepe, Haller, Adingra.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Y. Fofana, Ayayi, Sangare |
| Defenders: | Diomande, Konan, Singo, Kossounou, Boly, Aurier, Ndicka, Diallo |
| Midfielders: | Seri, S. Fofana, Kessie, Sangare, Doumbia, Lazare |
| Forwards: | Bamba, Konate, Krasso, Boga, Diakite, Gradel, Pepe, Kouame, Haller, Adingra |
Head-to-Head Record
The following is the head-to-head record of the last five meetings between Nigeria and Ivory Coast across all competitions.
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| January 18, 2024 | Ivory Coast 0-1 Nigeria | Africa Cup of Nations |
| January 11, 2015 | Nigeria 0-1 Ivory Coast | International Friendly |
| July 27, 2013 | Ivory Coast 2-0 Nigeria | African Nations Championship |
| July 6, 2013 | Nigeria 4-1 Ivory Coast | African Nations Championship |
| February 3, 2013 | Ivory Coast 1-2 Nigeria | Africa Cup of Nations |

