By Olamide Akinwumi.
In a thrilling round of 16 clash at the 2023 AFCON in Cote d’Ivoire, the rejuvenated Super Eagles of Nigeria secured their spot in the quarter-finals by defeating the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon with a 2-0 victory on Saturday night at the Houphoet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan.
The tension-soaked match witnessed an impressive offensive display from the high-flying Super Eagles, with Semi Ajayi initially finding the back of the Cameroonian net early on. However, the goal was ruled out for offside after a VAR check.
Ademola Lookman emerged as the hero for Nigeria, netting a brace in the 36th minute, courtesy of a Victor Osimhen assist, and sealing the victory with another goal on the dot of 90 minutes after a Calvin Bassey cut-back.
Despite a setback with goalie Stanley Nwabali's injury in the 76th minute, Francis Uzoho stepped in to maintain the defensive line for the Eagles.
With this triumph, Nigeria advances to the quarter-finals, where they are set to face Angola on Friday, February 2, 2024, at 6 pm. The Super Eagles' exceptional performance and Lookman’s standout contributions mark a promising journey in the quest for AFCON glory.
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