Super Eagles resume training in Fez for AFCON semi-final

By Tosin Omojola –

High-flying Super Eagles of Nigeria have returned to their base in Fez after Saturday’s quarter-final victory over Algeria in Marrakech.

The contingent arrived in Fez on Sunday and have since resumed training ahead of the crunch semi-final duel against hosts Morocco.

The team returned to training with no report of any serious injury.

The Nigerian side held a light recovery session on Sunday, concentrating mainly on walking exercises.

Meanwhile, a full training session is expected to hold on Monday, with the final session on Tuesday, as the coaches shift focus to tactical and technical preparations ahead of the semi-final encounter.

Nigeria will face tournament hosts Morocco in the second semi-final on Wednesday night at the Rabat Stadium.

Morocco booked their place in the semi-finals after defeating Cameroon 2-0 in the quarter-final.

Egypt will take on Senegal in the first semi-final, also on Wednesday.