Nigerian Sports News: Super Eagles Triumph Over South Africa in AFCON 2023 Semi-final
Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a spot in the final after a thrilling encounter against South Africa, ultimately prevailing through penalty shootouts
The intense semi-final clash saw both teams deadlocked at 1-1 after regular time and the extra 30 minutes.
The first half remained goalless, with Bafana Bafana asserting dominance on the field.
However, Nigeria seized the lead in the second half following a foul on Victor Osimhen inside the penalty area, expertly converted by William Troost-Ekong.
Despite Nigeria’s advantage, a late penalty conceded by Alhassan Yusuf allowed Teboho Mokoena to equalize for South Africa.
The outcome was ultimately determined by penalties, with Jose Peseiro’s squad emerging victorious with a 4-2 scoreline.
Next up, they will vie against either Ivory Coast or DR Congo in the anticipated final showdown on Sunday.
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