Nigeria secures spot in AFCON 2023 final with a thrilling penalty shootout victory against South Africa
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The Super Eagles of Nigeria secure their place in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after a dramatic encounter against South Africa.

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In a match filled with twists, Victor Osimhen's goal was disallowed, leading to a late equalizer by Bafana Bafana, forcing the game into extra time.

Despite South Africa's dominance in possession, Nigeria took the lead in the 67th minute with a penalty converted by William Troost-Ekong, courtesy of Osimhen's contribution who was fouled in the box.

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Ola Aina's perfect cross to Osimhen resulted in a disallowed goal due to VAR intervention, and South Africa capitalized with a penalty, leveling the score at 1-1 in the 90th minute.

The game proceeded to extra time, but neither team could break the deadlock. In the subsequent penalty shootout, Nigeria emerged victorious, winning 4-2.