Osimhen’s double set Nigeria past Gabon into DR Congo final in world cup qualifying

The match seemed destined for a dramatic penalty shootout after a rollercoaster end to normal time. Nigeria’s Akor Adams broke the deadlock with a late goal, only for Gabon’s Mario Lemina to snatch a dramatic equalizer with a deflected shot in the final minute of regulation, pushing the game into an additional 30 minutes.

The momentum shifted decisively in extra time. Substitute Chidera Ejuke first restored Nigeria’s lead, before the…