Angola secured third place at the U17 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Nigeria 2-1 in Saturday’s match. The Palanca Negras opened the scoring in the 27th minute through Capita, only for Nigeria’s Ubani to equalize three minutes later.
Angola regained the lead early in the second half, with Zito finding the net in the 49th minute. That goal proved decisive, allowing the host nation to hold on for the victory and claim the bronze medal. The win capped a strong tournament for Angola, highlighting the team’s resilience and ability to respond quickly after conceding.
With this result, Angola finishes third in the competition, while Nigeria narrowly misses out on a podium finish despite a competitive performance. The match showcased the young talents of both sides, with Angola ultimately prevailing thanks to key contributions from Capita and Zito.
