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Real Madrid's dynamic midfielder Eduardo Camavinga has thrown his weight behind Angola ahead of their AFCON 2023 quarter-final clash against Nigeria.
Real Madrid's star midfielder, Eduardo Celmi Camavinga, has publicly shown his support for Angola in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarterfinal clash against Nigeria.
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Camavinga's Angolan Connection
Born in Angola 21 years ago in a refugee camp, Camavinga has deep roots in the country, despite his sporting allegiance to France. His unique background, with Angolan and Congolese heritage, has always been a point of pride for the young talent.
Camavinga's journey from an Angolan refugee camp to the heights of international football is nothing short of remarkable.
Relocating to France at a young age, he broke records by debuting for the French national team at 17, becoming the youngest player to do so in over a hundred years. His rise continued as he played a pivotal role in France's journey to the finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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Angola's AFCON Journey and Camavinga's Support
On the back of a recent victory with Real Madrid over Las Palmas, Camavinga has been keenly following Angola's performance in the AFCON.
The Pelancas Negras, or Black Antelopes, have had an impressive run in the tournament, remaining unbeaten and securing a spot in the last eight.
Their journey to the quarterfinals was marked by topping Group D - ahead of teams like Burkina Faso and Algeria - and a decisive 3-0 win against Namibia in the Round of 16.
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Camavinga's endorsement came in the form of liking a Twitter post that predicted a 2-0 win for Angola over Nigeria.
This small gesture signifies his emotional connection to his birthplace and his support for their football aspirations. Angola, currently enjoying its third appearance in the AFCON quarterfinals, aims to reach the semifinals for the first time, facing a formidable Nigerian team.
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Nigeria ranked 40th globally and 77 places above Angola, enters the match as the favourite. The three-time AFCON champions pose a significant challenge for the Pelancas Negras. However, with support from international stars like Camavinga, Angola's team morale is undoubtedly boosted as they prepare for one of the most critical matches in the tournament's history.
The stage is set for an electrifying match at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. While Camavinga will be watching from afar, his heart is clearly with the team from his homeland, Angola, as they strive to make history in the AFCON.
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