Nigeria defeated Guinea-Bissau 2-0 to finish their group campaign at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations with a 100 per cent win record.
After a goalless first half, goals from Umar Sadiq and William Troost-Ekong helped the three-time African champions grab nine points after three games in Group D.
After victories over Egypt and Sudan in previous games, Eguavoen made eight changes to his starting XI which included Sadiq, goalkeeper Francis Uzoho, Semi Ajayi, Chidera Ejuke and Kelechi Nwakali.
A 1-0 victory over Egypt in their opening game set the tone, before a 3-1 win over Sudan sent Nigeria through to the knockout stages with a game to spare.
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That means they have the luxury of resting players should they choose, thought Nigeria would be the only team with a perfect record in the group stage should they win tonight.
For Guinea-Bissau, there is far more resting on the match. A draw against Sudan is the only point they have managed in the tournament so far, but with the four best third-placed teams making it through to the last 16, there is every chance that a shock win against the Super Eagles could send them through.
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