It was a thrilling encounter between two old foes in African football as South Africa face Nigeria in the quarter final of the Total African cup of Nations.
Nigeria coming into the game after dramatic win over Cameroon in the round of 16 while South Africa knocked out host country, Egypt.
Super Eagles started with a high flyer in the second half after Chukwueze put the side in the lead in first half. South Africa was with more of the possession but Nigeria with all the action as Etebo rattles the crossbar from a free-kick.
After minutes of checking the VAR, the referee awarded a goal, overturning the first decision of an offside against South Africa to pull them level in the tie.
89th minute was it for Nigeria as substitute Moses Simon set up Ekong to seal the victory for the super eagles at June 30 stadium and get their feet in the semi final.
