Kolo Touré, the Ivorian international and central defender, shared his thoughts on the upcoming semi-final clash between Nigeria and Mali in the CAN 2013. Reflecting on the Elephants’ defeat to Nigeria in the quarter-finals, Touré acknowledged that Nigeria was the stronger team in that match. He emphasized that Nigeria, under the coaching of Stephen Keshi, has become a serious contender for the tournament title.
Touré expressed confidence in Nigeria’s ability to perform well against Mali and suggested that Keshi’s understanding of the culture and dynamics of the Nigerian team would be an advantage. While recognizing Mali as a strong opponent, Touré hinted at his belief that Nigeria could emerge victorious in the semi-final and potentially go on to win the entire tournament.
