Angola have always proved a handful for Nigeria and it was set to follow a similar narrative until the 92nd minute when Tony Okpotu finally came good for his team after spurning several gilt-edged chances.
There were injuries to reliable team members with some players having to grow up during the game. But just like I said in the preview of some matches for the weekend, it took two goals to douse the Angolan challenge with the Eagles now 180 minutes from lifting a trophy Nigeria has never won. Which players gave their all and which ones have to step up?
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