‘Nigeria U25 defeated by South Africa U20 in the U20 Afcon! Apologise to Mzansi’

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South Africa U20 team beat their counterparts from Nigeria by a solitary goal on Thursday to seal their place in the U20 Africa Cup of Nations final.

Tylon Smith headed in Neo Rapoo's corner in the 66th minute to get the only goal of the match and make the final for the first time in 28 years, to set up a date with Morocco, who got past Egypt.

Have a look at what the fans said after Amajiita's win.

Nigeria suffering in the hands of South Africa

At least, even if they don't win the final, beating Nigeria alone is an achievement. They have never in their historical life beaten Nigeria in the sphere –  Francis Eneji 

Guys, South African football is on another level this time, and I'm loving it –  Njonjos Njonjobela

Of late, Nigeria is really suffering at the hands of South Africa –  Kabiru Chege

The only thing that we can't afford is to lose against Nigeria……we must always beat Nigeria everywhere as long as we have a chance – Sinethemba Mdingi 

Nigerians have become whipping boys against the South Africans, I don't think Nigeria will continue making noise in Africa. It seems like South Africa wants to take over from Morocco as the giants of African football – Geoffrey Jyc-Wise Mhone 

Nigeria need to apologise to Mzansi

Amajita celebrate victory against Nigeria at 2025 AFCON U20. Photo CAF

A team from Soweto didn't let go of their players, yet they will want to be included in the World Cup –  Bongan'iNkosinathi Radebe

Nigeria under 25 defeated by South Africa under 20, wow! Next time, give South Africa an acceptable age – Difference Mabilane 

Congratulations to Amajita. Indeed, South Africa is having a great season in the sports fraternity. Big up to the technical teams, coaches, and managers – Vusi Skosana 

Nigerians need to apologise to South Africans, they have said so many heartbreaking words, now what? – Athie Mnune 

Our worst game so far, but we were able to show that we can work under pressure well, well done boys – Malaika Mike 

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Willis Sob is an experienced journalist who has been in the game since 2009, covering major assignments around the continent.
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