Super Eagles players celebrating their victory over Bafana Bafana
By Richard Otega Enyeh
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have qualified for the finals of the Africa Cup of Nations by defeating South Africa 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
Victor Osimhen went through four South African players before he was brought down which resulted in a penalty.
William Troost-Ekong converts from the penalty spot to give Nigeria a crucial lead over South Africa.
Victor Osimhen’s goal was dramatically cancelled by VAR, awarding South Africa a penalty.
South Africa equalised through Mokoena’s spot-kick
The Super Eagles will meet the winner of the second semi-final between Cote d’Ivoire and Congo Republic.