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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Ivory Coast came from behind to defeat Nigeria 2-1 in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.<\/p>\n

The Super Eagles were looking to lift the trophy for the fourth time in their history.<\/p>\n

Jose Peseiro\u2019s men took the lead in the first half through William Troost-Ekong\u2019s header.<\/p>\n

But the Ivorians levelled after the break through Franck Kessie\u2019s header.<\/p>\n

With a few minutes left in the game, Sebastien Haller flicked the ball past Stanley Nwabali.<\/p>\n

The Elephants have now levelled with Nigeria on three continental titles.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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