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Ademola Lookman’s Stellar Performance and Stanley Nwabali’s Clean Sheet Propel Super Eagles to Semis
In a nail-biting 2023 AFCON quarter-final clash, Nigeria secured a slender 1-0 victory over Angola at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny on Friday night.
The match unfolded with several noteworthy moments that showcased the Super Eagles’ prowess in the tournament.
Nwabali’s Goalkeeping Brilliance Secures Nigeria’s Place in Semifinals; Exciting Moments Unfold in Highest-Scoring Clash
Ademola Lookman, a winger for Serie A club Atalanta, emerged as a standout player, breaking the deadlock for Nigeria in the 41st minute.
His club-level experience played a crucial role in propelling the Super Eagles to the CAF AFCON semi-finals.
Meanwhile, Chippa United shot-stopper Stanley Nwabali, with an impressive record of three clean sheets in the previous three matches, maintained his defensive excellence, securing a fourth clean sheet for Nigeria.
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Lookman’s Crucial Goal and Nwabali’s Defensive Prowess Shine; Nigeria Poised for Tournament Triumph
The quarter-final clash was a battle between the highest-scoring nations in the AFCON competition, with both Nigeria and Angola entering the contest with nine goals each.
Despite the tight competition, Nigeria emerged victorious with a 1-0 scoreline, bringing their total goals in the tournament to 10.
Additionally, Nigeria and Angola were among the top three nations with the most shots from counter-attacks, the third being South Africa.
Nwabali’s Unyielding Defense Adds to Super Eagles’ Dominance; Nigeria Awaits Bafana Bafana or Cape Verde in Semis
Having secured a spot in the semi-finals, Nigeria now prepares to face either Bafana Bafana or Cape Verde on Wednesday, 7 February 2024, at 19:00.
With aspirations for the tournament victory, the Super Eagles stand as the only top-ranked African nation remaining in this prestigious competition, poised for a challenging yet promising journey ahead.
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