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.
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 ...
Hosts Ivory Coast take on the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the second semifinal of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023.
Follow our live build-up, team news and commentary as Nigeria face South Africa in the first CAF AFCON 2023 semifinal.
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 ...
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 ...
Ivory Coast have booked their place into the Africa Cup of Nations final after securing a 1-0 victory over DR Congo on Wednesday.
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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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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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