The CAF Africa Cup of Nations semi-final between Egypt and Nigeria finished 0-0 after extra time, with Egypt winning 4-2 on penalties to book their place in the final. In a repeat of many historic continental clashes, the match was a tense, tactical battle with both sides cautious of making a mistake. Egypt had a goal disallowed for a marginal offside call after a VAR review in the second half, while Nigeria's striker missed a golden chance in the first period of extra time. With neither team able to break the deadlock, the lottery of penalties decided the finalist. Egypt's goalkeeper was the hero, saving one penalty, while all of Egypt's takers held their nerve. The victory sent Egypt through to contest their ninth AFCON final, while Nigeria's quest for a fourth title ended in disappointment. Egypt's manager praised his team's composure from twelve yards.