Johannesburg, Nov 13, 2025 (AFP) - Osimhen strikes twice as Nigeria keep World Cup hopes alive

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2025-11-13

Star striker Victor Osimhen scored twice in extra time to clinch a 4-1 victory for Nigeria over Gabon on Thursday in an African 2026 World Cup qualifying semi-final in Rabat. Osimhen squandered a great chance to win the match at the end of regular time, firing wide with only goalkeeper Loyce Mbaba to beat. But the 2023 African Player of the Year atoned on 102 minutes, firing across goalkeeper Loyce Mbaba into the far corner after being set up by......

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