Atlanta forward, Lookman Ademola scored the lone goal for the Super Eagles as they sent Angola out of the 2023 African Cup of Nation.
The former Everton attacker continued his exploit at the ongoing African Championship in Ivory Coast after he put one past Angolan goalkeeper, Antonio Signori, just four minutes before the half time whistle, after receiving a clear pass from Moses Simon, who dribbled Angola defender Kialonda Gaspar.
Angola almost responded just before the hour mark. Substitute Zine latched onto Show’s throughball and beat Nwabali, but his first shot ricocheted off the bar.
The Palancas Negras displayed some resilience even in the face of imminent defeat as they continued in their quest to break the Super Eagles defence network, but the trio of William Troost Ekong, Semi Ajayi, and Calvin Bassey put up what was more than a sterling performance.
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen doubled the lead for the oil rich nation in the 76th minute, but referee Issa Sy ruled out the goal following consultation with the Virtual Assistant Referee, VAR.
With the victory, Nigeria may gradually be marching their way to the final as they will be slugging it out with either Cape Verde or South Africa in the semifinal on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.
