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U23 Afcon: South Africa game is a 'must-win' for Nigeria - Azubuike

Nigeria U23 captain Okechukwu Azubuike has tagged Friday's encounter against South Africa as "a must-win game".

Imama Amapakabo’s side needs to beat Amaglug-glug to boost their hopes of qualifying for the semi-final of the Africa U23 Cup of Nations.

The Olympic Eagles are placed second in Group B, with a point behind the South Africans, after picking up their first win against Zambia on Tuesday.

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"It is a must-win for us, we know the importance of the game and we've been working hard in training," Azubuike said in their press conference in Egypt.