BREAKING: Chukwueze, Ekong power Nigeria into AFCON semi finals

Samuel Chukwueze celebrates his goal against South Africa.

Joshua Odeyemi

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 22:03:46 WAT

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have qualified for the semi final stage of the ongoing African Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Egypt after beating South Africa 2-1.

Samuel Chukwueze gave the Super Eagles the lead inside 27 minutes when he bundled a pass from Alex Iwobi into the oppositions’ net after a goal-mouth scramble.

South Africa equalized in the 71 minute through Bongani Zungu and attempted to push the game into extra time.

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However, William Troost-Ekong powered home in the 89th minute to ensure that Nigeria book their ticket to the semi finals in regular time.

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