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Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali named Man of the Match hails teammates for penalty AFCON heroics against South Africa.
Stanley Nwabali, the hero of Nigeria's penalty shootout, was eager to direct plaudits from himself to his teammates after leading the Super Eagles to the CAF AFCON championship.
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21:35 - 07.02.2024
AFCON 2023: Sanwo-Olu hails Super Eagles for denying South Africa final spot
Lagos State Governor Sanwo-Olu hails Nwabali after Super Eagles beat South Africa for AFCON 2023 final spot.
After a 1-1 draw in Bouake on Wednesday night, Nigeria defeated South Africa 4-2 on penalties with to two important saves by Nwabali, who also won Man of the Match honors.
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22:35 - 07.02.2024
AFCON 2023: Tinubu celebrates Super Eagles for knocking out South Africa to clinch final spot
President Bola Tinubu hails the Super Eagles for beating South Africa to the AFCON 2023 final spot.
Nigeria's team spirit was emphasized by the modest goalkeeper, who received significant praise for his exceptional performance in the shootout.
The Chippa United goalie gave special recognition to head coach Jose Peseiro.
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When Peseiro visited him in South Africa before the AFCON, Nwabali was overjoyed and described it as a major source of encouragement.
In a competition fit for a fairy tale, Nwabali's modesty and humility have won over Nigerian supporters.
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His heroics with the penalty against South Africa will live on in Nigerian mythology for centuries to come.
For Nwabali, though, the team comes first as Nigeria's unrelenting attitude could make the difference as they prepare for the final against Cote d'Ivoire.
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