Nigeria vs Burkina Faso | Africa Cup of Nations 2013 Final
AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS
Venue: FNB Stadium, Soccer City, Johannesburg
Kick-off: 18:30 GMT // 17:00 Cairo/Egypt time
Burkina Faso are aiming to emulate Zambia by lifting the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time.
The Stallions surprised many by reaching the final, but they will have to overcome a resurgent Nigeria.
The Super Eagles have real injury concerns with key men Victor Moses and Emmanuel Emenike sitting out training.
The Burkinabe have been boosted by Jonathan Pitroipa’s ban being overturned but are missing top scorer Alain Traore through injury.
Burkina Faso coach Paul Put:
“There were a lot of doubters when I first arrived in Ouagadougou to take up my post.
“I believe many were hoping for a Mourinho-type coach. Over the years I have gained experience of working in Africa. I know what I am capable of, how to approach people, how to motivate, how to plan tactics.
Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi:
“The 1994 squad was unbelievable. We were brothers, there was a great spirit in the team.
“Now there is talent, but we need a strong mentality and character.
