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AFCON: Ivory Coast clinches title with dramatic victory over Nigeria

Ivory Coast's forward #15 Max-Alain Gradel (C) lifts the Africa Cup of Nations trophy on the podium after Ivory Coast won the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 final football match between Ivory Coast and Nigeria at Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium in Ebimpe, Abidjan on 11 February 2024.

Ivory Coast staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Nigeria 2-1 in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final on Sunday, securing their third continental title in a dramatic fashion.

RosGwen24 News
February 12, 2024

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AFCON: Nigeria secure victory over South Africa in dramatic semifinal

William Troost-Ekong of Nigeria celebrates a goal with teammates during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Finals match between Nigeria and South Africa in Ivory Coast on 7 February 2024 ©Samuel Shivambu/ BackpagePix

In a thrilling Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semifinal showdown, Nigeria secured a hard-fought 4-2 victory on penalties against South Africa after a tense 1-1 draw in regular time and extra time.