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AFCON 2023: Dramatic Semifinals Unfold with Penalty Shootout Victories

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Exciting AFCON semifinals see Nigeria and Ivory Coast secure final spots after tense matches. Find out more!

The Africa Cup of Nations 2023 has seen intense action with nail-biting semifinals. The hosts, Ivory Coast, triumphed over DR Congo with a 1-0 victory, securing their place in the final. Meanwhile, Nigeria faced off against South Africa in a match that ended in a thrilling penalty shootout, with Nigeria emerging victorious. The stage is now set for an epic final between Ivory Coast and Nigeria in the AFCON.

In a stunning showdown, Ivory Coast's Sebastien Haller became the hero with a crucial goal against DR Congo. On the other hand, Nigeria's Kelechi Iheanacho shone in the penalty shootout, propelling his team to the final. Fans are eagerly awaiting the clash of these powerhouse teams in the ultimate matchup.

As the tournament progresses, the excitement and tension continue to build. With top-quality performances and unexpected twists, the AFCON 2023 has kept fans on the edge of their seats. Stay tuned for the ultimate showdown between Ivory Coast and Nigeria in the AFCON final!

In a surprising turn of events, South Africa's head coach Hugo Broos expressed disappointment at their semifinal defeat but praised the team's efforts. Additionally, Nigerian fans celebrated their victory by playfully taunting South Africa with Tyla's hit song 'Water.' The tournament's dramatic moments and unexpected outcomes have truly captivated football enthusiasts worldwide.

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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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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: 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 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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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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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 live updates: Africa Cup of Nations team ... (The Athletic)

Follow live action today as Nigeria face South Africa in the first AFCON semi-final with a place in the final on the line.

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AFCON: Where to watch free Ivory Coast vs. DR Congo live stream ... (Business Insider)

With a spot in the AFCON final up for grabs for the host nation, you won't want to miss this free Ivory Coast vs DR Congo live stream.

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Nigeria beat South Africa to reach AFCON final in penalty shootout ... (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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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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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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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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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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