Overview
- Akor Adams capitalized on a defensive mix-up between Bruno Ecuele Manga and goalkeeper Loyce Mbaba to put Nigeria ahead in the 77th minute.
- Mario Lemina equalized in the 88th minute with a deflected strike after Gabon had created little in open play.
- Extra time decided the contest as Chidera Ejuke restored Nigeria’s lead before Victor Osimhen added a brace to close out the 4-1 result.
- A prolonged VAR review of an apparent shirt pull on Aaron Appindangoyé resulted in no penalty despite more than seven minutes of checks.
- Nigeria will face Cameroon or DR Congo on Sunday in Rabat for a place in the intercontinental playoff.