In a replay of the first leg, Nigeria secured victory against Ethiopia, clinching the win just minutes before the end of the match. With only five minutes remaining on the clock and the Super Eagles struggling to find an opening, Obinna Nsofor, who had just entered the game to replace the initial goal scorer Moses, became the hero of the nation.
In a pivotal moment, Nsofor unleashed a powerful strike into Blancha’s goal from a free kick, proving unstoppable. With a final score of 2-0 and an aggregate of 4-1, Stephen Keshi’s men solidified their position, ensuring their advancement in the competition. The late goal from Nsofor ultimately secured the victory for Nigeria in a hard-fought match against Ethiopia.
