The semi-final clash between the Nigeria Super Eagles and the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in the ongoing AFCON 2023 was undoubtedly a thrilling match that left fans on the edge of their seats. Despite the disappointment of the defeat, Hugo Broos, the coach of the South Africa team, expressed his pride in his players' performance.
In his post-match statement, Broos acknowledged the contrasting nature of their victories and losses. He highlighted the fact that they managed to defeat Cape Verde even when their performance wasn't at its best. On the other hand, they faced Nigeria with a strong showing but couldn't secure the win. Broos summed it up by saying, "That's football."
“I’m proud of my players - it’s a defeat, we beat Cape Verde playing bad, we lost to Nigeria playing good. That’s football,” said Hugo Broos as quoted by Lorenz Köhler.
The match against Nigeria showcased the competitive spirit and determination of both teams. The Super Eagles, led by their talented players, fought hard to secure their spot in the final.
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