Nigeria Advances to AFCON 2023 Final After Dramatic Penalty Shootout
Kelechi Iheanacho secured Nigeria’s spot in the Africa Cup of Nations final with a crucial penalty kick, leading to a thrilling 4-2 shootout victory over South Africa.
The match, which ended 1-1 after regular time, saw intense moments, including a controversial disallowed goal for Nigeria and a late penalty awarded to South Africa.
Despite a tense extra-time period and a red card for South Africa’s Grant Kekana, Nigeria emerged victorious as goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali saved two crucial penalties.
The Super Eagles now await the winner of the Ivory Coast vs. Democratic Republic of Congo match in Sunday’s final.
Source: BBC
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