The Super Eagles of Nigeria have qualified for the semi-final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast.
Nigeria booked a place in the next phase of the competition after defeating Angola 1-0 on Friday.
Ademola Lookman delivered the killer blow as Nigeria overcame Angola’s physical approach to moved into the last 4.
Lookman’s goal came at 41 minute just before halftime, following unselfish play from Moses Simon.
For the Super Eagles, it was sweet vengeance over the Palancas Negras who in June 2005 prevented Nigeria from qualifying for the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
For the Angolans who are ranked 117th in the world – 75 places below Nigeria – it was yet another failed bid to reach the AFCON semi-final for the first time ever.
Next, Nigeria will face the winner between Cape Verde and South Africa on Wednesday, February 7.
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