Ibrahima Sory Sankhon's goal at the stroke of halftime was enough to earn Guinea a quarterfinal spot at the expense of Africa's powerhouse Nigeria, in the ongoing Orange African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Rwanda.
Nigeria, who started the day top of Group C, had been considered favourites by many but a resilient Guinea side, who are CHAN debutants, played their hearts out, especially in the second half, to make it to the last eight.
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