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“I’m 100 percent fit” – Leicester’s Kelechi Iheancho declares ahead of Nigeria vs Cote d’Ivoire AFCON 2023 clash

The Super Eagles squad are slated to tackle 2023 Africa Cup of Nations host, Côte d’Ivoire, in their match day two of the tournament

Leicester City forward Kelechi Iheanacho has expressed his readiness to participate in Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations 2023 clash against Cote d’Ivoire, as reported by Soccernet.ng.

Despite picking up a knock a few days before the AFCON 2023 campaign, Iheanacho made himself available for selection in the game against Equatorial Guinea, although he did not play.

In a video shared by OgaNlaMedia, the former Manchester City forward affirmed his fitness and enthusiasm, stating, “I think I was out for a bit, but I’m ready now, I’m ready to go, I am 100 percent fit now, so I’m ready to serve the nation.”

Watch the video here:

Initially named in Peseiro’s 25-man squad for the AFCON tournament, Iheanacho missed the first game due to injury.

However, with his return to the squad for the anticipated clash against the Ivory Coast, the Super Eagles receive a significant boost.

In Nigeria’s training session at the Ecole Nationale de la Police, Iheanacho looked energetic and prepared to make a return to the squad.

The Super Eagles are set to face the AFCON host at 6:00 p.m. Nigerian time, and Iheanacho’s availability adds strength to the team ahead of the crucial encounter.

Ayomide Oguntimehin

Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and an Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories. Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work. With a Bachelor's degree in English Language from Adeyemi College of Education and a Master's Degree in School Library and Media Technology from the University of Ibadan, Ayomide is well-prepared to excel in the field.

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