Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have advanced to the semi-finals of the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt after a dramatic 3-1 penalty shootout win over defending champions Senegal.
With the win, the team also booked a spot at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile.
Goalkeeper Ebenezer Harcourt was the standout performer, saving two penalties to guide Nigeria through after a goalless draw in regular and extra time.
Coach Aliyu Zubairu’s side, who qualified from Group B behind Morocco, will now face South Africa in the semi-finals on Thursday.
The victory keeps Nigeria’s unbeaten run intact and their hopes alive for an eighth U-20 continental title.