Nigeria secured a spot in the semi-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with a slender 1-0 victory over Angola. Ademola Lookman’s first-half goal proved decisive as the three-time former champions advanced to the final four.
Despite Angola’s spirited performance, they were unable to find the back of the net, ultimately ending their impressive tournament journey.
Ademola Lookman sealed Nigeria’s semi-final berth with a crucial goal, capitalizing on Moses Simon’s cross just before halftime.
The Atalanta winger’s strike set up a tantalizing semi-final clash against either Cape Verde or South Africa.
Angola started brightly, with Mabululu’s close-range effort saved by Stanley Nwabali early on. However, Nigeria seized the initiative in the 41st minute when Lookman converted Simon’s pass with a clinical finish.
