Overview
- The Super Eagles won 4-1 after extra time in Rabat, with Victor Osimhen scoring in the 102nd and 110th minutes after pledging to make amends for a late miss.
- Akor Adams opened the scoring following Aaron Appindangoye’s error, but Mario Lemina’s deflected effort in stoppage time forced extra time.
- Chidera Ejuke restored Nigeria’s lead in the 97th minute from Wilfred Ndidi’s pass to start the decisive surge.
- Referee Abongile Tom rejected penalty appeals for both teams after VAR reviews, and players reported laser pointers from the stands.
- DR Congo defeated Cameroon 1-0 through Chancel Mbemba to reach Sunday’s final, whose winner advances to the six-team inter-confederation play-offs in Mexico in March.