Ok, this is the real deal! That’s what all of us had been waiting for, ever since day one. Surprises, upsets, maybe even some shocking results, especially regarding Nigeria’s elimination from the competition. Let’s skip the chit-chat and go straight to the point and heroes and ‘villains’…AFCON 2021: Burkina Faso dump ten-man Gabon to book quarterfinal slotAFCON 2021: The battle of Eagles surprisingly ends in Nigeria’s super defeatHero of the day and the goal of the day: Youssef Msakni, The Little MozartDon’t get us wrong – the fact his nickname is very similar to our website is not to blame for considering him the hero of the day. His incredible winner against the Super Eagles deserves applause and a standing ovation.Youssef Msakni’s goal sends #TeamTunisia to the quarter-finals! It’s all over for #TeamNigeria.#WeLoveItHere #AFCON21 pic.twitter.com/91gA24AGWH— SABC Sport (@SPORTATSABC) January 23, 2022 Not one, two, three, but four of his opponents tried to take him down, but it was impossible to stop The Little Mozart two minutes into the second half. Sure, a part of the credit for conceding that one goes to the Nigerian keeper. However, it’s unfair to minimize the importance of Msakni’s outstanding finishing.The guy sent his team straight to the 1/4 finals.Loser of the day: Alex Iwobi 📸 – RED CARD IWOBI! Nigeria have to play on with 10 men.. pic.twitter.com/XCKB9qy9Qe— 𝐀𝐅𝐂 𝐀𝐉𝐀𝐗 💎 (@TheEuropeanLad) January 23, 2022 Someone had to be remembered for the tragic scenes, and the Toffees’ winger had nothing but good intentions. But like sometimes in our lives – it ended terribly despite all the right motives. Iwobi replaced Iheanacho in the 59th minute and was sent off after only six minutes spent on the pitch. Ironically, that was the moment that triggered the Super Eagles die-hard mode, but Sadiq and co. failed to avenge Iwobi.AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS – ROUND OF 16MON: 19.00: (2.25) GUINEA (3.05) GAMBIA (3.90)MON: 22.00: (1.05) CAMEROON (17.0) COMOROS (60.0)TUE: 19.00 (1.60) SENEGAL (3.60) CAPE VERDE (8.00)TUE: 22.00: (1.30) MOROCCO (5.40) MALAWI (14.0)
