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Exciting AFCON 2023: Ivory Coast and Nigeria Secure Final Spots

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Get the latest on AFCON 2023 as Ivory Coast and Nigeria claim victory in thrilling semifinals to advance to the final.

The Africa Cup of Nations 2023 was filled with exhilarating matches as Ivory Coast and Nigeria secured their places in the final. Sebastien Haller's decisive goal led Ivory Coast to a 1-0 victory over DR Congo, setting the stage for an intense final showdown. In a dramatic penalty shootout, Nigeria prevailed over South Africa with substitute Kelechi Iheanacho sealing the deal with a winning score. The tournament showcased outstanding performances from both teams, thrilling fans with intense matches and unexpected outcomes.

As the final approaches, anticipation is mounting as Ivory Coast and Nigeria gear up to face each other for the ultimate title. The host nation, Ivory Coast, displayed resilience and skill throughout the tournament, while Nigeria's impressive performance in the semifinals has raised expectations for an electrifying final match. Football enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the clash between these formidable teams, each vying for the prestigious AFCON 2023 championship.

In the lead-up to the final, both nations have garnered immense support from fans across the globe, adding to the excitement and fervor surrounding the anticipated showdown. The journey to the final has been a thrilling ride for both Ivory Coast and Nigeria, displaying grit, determination, and exceptional talent. The AFCON 2023 final promises to be a thrilling spectacle, showcasing the best of African football and culminating in a memorable championship match.

Stay tuned for the epic AFCON 2023 final as Ivory Coast and Nigeria go head-to-head in a battle for supremacy on the football field, aiming to etch their names in AFCON history.

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Haller goal knocks out DR Congo, takes Ivory Coast into AFCON ... (FRANCE 24)

Sebastien Haller was the hero with the only goal of the game as hosts Ivory Coast beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 to win through to the final of ...

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LIVE: Ivory Coast vs DR Congo – CAF AFCON 2023 semifinal (Aljazeera.com)

Hosts Ivory Coast take on the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the second semifinal of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023.

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LIVE: Nigeria vs South Africa – CAF AFCON 2023 semifinal (Aljazeera.com)

Follow our live build-up, team news and commentary as Nigeria face South Africa in the first CAF AFCON 2023 semifinal.

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Nigeria reach AFCON final after shootout victory over South Africa (FRANCE 24)

Substitute Kelechi Iheanacho scored to give Nigeria a 4-2 penalty shootout victory over South Africa on Wednesday after an Africa Cup of Nations semi-final ...

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Nigeria vs South Africa LIVE: Afcon semi-final score and goal ... (Yahoo Sports)

Both teams have been defensively solid throughout the tournament with Nigeria only conceding one goal on their route to the final four - in their opening game ...

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Ivory Coast 1-0 DR Congo: Host nation through to AFCON final after ... (Eurosport.com)

Ivory Coast have booked their place into the Africa Cup of Nations final after securing a 1-0 victory over DR Congo on Wednesday.

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AFCON 2023: Hosts Côte d'Ivoire defeat DR Congo, advance to final (Olympics)

Côte d'Ivoire is headed to play for a continental title after securing a 1-0 victory over DR Congo on Wednesday (7 February) at the CAF Africa Cup of ...

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Watch AFCON 2023 football game soccer match Highlights Video ... (beIN SPORTS USA)

Nigeria and South Africa drew 1-1 in the Semi-finals of AFCON 2023, in a game that had to be decided in the penalty shootout, where the Super Eagles emerged ...

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Nwabali's shootout heroics against South Africa send Nigeria to ... (The Guardian)

Stanley Nwabali, the Nigeria goalkeeper, saved two penalties in a dramatic shootout against South Africa which his side won 4-2, following a 1-1 draw.

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Nigeria vs South Africa Stats: AFCON 2023 Semi-Final Live | The ... (The Analyst)

This will be the fourth encounter between Nigeria and South Africa at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, with the Super Eagles winning the previous three by an ...

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Ivory Coast to face Nigeria in AFCON final following victory against ... (The Athletic)

Ivory Coast will play Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final following their 1-0 victory over DR Congo. Sebastien Haller scored the only goal of ...

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Celebrations as Ivory Coast cruise into AFCON final | Africanews (Africanews English)

Sébastien Haller fired host nation Ivory Coast into an Africa Cup of Nations final against old foe Nigeria with a 1-0 win over Congo on Wednesday.

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AFCON: South Africa head coach Hugo Broos says semi-final defeat ... (Eurosport.com)

South Africa head coach Hugo Broos says his side's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final defeat to Nigeria on penalties is "hard to accept".

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Nigerians taunt South Africans with Tyla's song Water after Afcon ... (BBC News)

In the clip, the Super Eagles fans taunt their rivals by pouring liquid over their bodies while singing the hit Water by South African singer Tyla. On Sunday, ...

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Ivory Coast Make History as The Host of The AFCON (beIN SPORTS USA)

After a tough encounter against DR Congo, Ivory Coast has become the first host nation to reach the final of the Africa Cup of Nations since Egypt in 2006.

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AFCON 2023 Final: Nigeria v Côte d'Ivoire - preview, schedule and ... (Olympics)

Nigeria's Super Eagles will battle hosts Côte d'Ivoire to decide who will be crowned men's champions of Africa. Find out more about the final and where to ...

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AFCON Final Is Set, and Pochettino Believes (The Ringer)

Plus, Musa and Ryan touch on the Asian Cup semifinals, Bayer Leverkusen's late cup win over Stuttgart, the FA Cup replays, and more.

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Watching Nigeria make AFCON final with the fans: “My heart can't ... (The Athletic)

Iheanacho put the ball on the spot, exhaled, began his run up and proceeded to slot a confident left-footed penalty past South Africa goalkeeper Ronwen Williams ...

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Haller becomes Ivory Coast 'fulcrum' in time for AFCON glory - ESPN (ESPN)

The Ivory Coast have had to wait to enjoy Sebastien Haller's impact at international level, but after overcoming his cancer diagnosis and recent injury ...

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When is the Africa Cup of Nations final? Time, date and venue ... (Eurosport.com)

Nigeria will be looking to win a fourth AFCON title after edging out South Africa with a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, ...

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Afcon 2023: Sebastien Haller bids to cap return from cancer in final ... (BBC News)

Sebastien Haller fired Ivory Coast into the 2023 Nations Cup final, having returned to action 13 months ago after testicular cancer.

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AFCON: Nigeria deserve 'very good victory', says Jose Peseiro after ... (Eurosport.com)

Nigeria will contest the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations final against Ivory Coast after beating South Africa on penalties, and their head coach Jose Peseiro ...

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