- The match went to extra time and then penalty shoot out which Nigeria won by 4 – 2.
- The Super Eagles will face winner of the second semi final match between the host Ivory Coast and Congo
President Tinubu has hailed the Super Eagles on their triumph over South Africa in the African Cup of Nations semifinals.
The President’s congratulations message was shared on his official X page.
He wrote: “From the Southernmost cape of Africa to the Plains of Mauritania and the coast of West Africa…. You have made us all Proud to be Nigerians! Go… Soar in the AFCON Finals Well done, boys!”
The Eagles beat South Africa on penalties with striker Kelechi Iheanacho scoring the goal that sent them to the final.