The 2012 edition of the Helsinki African nation cups as come to an end, with Nigeria winning the trophy.
Nigeria won the final against Gambia, after a tension soaked game. The Nigeria coaching crew and fans while under pressure throughout the game.
Nigeria dominated possession in the 1st half of the game, but failed to convert 4 glaring scoring chances. Then, in the second half, Gambia woke up, and scored twice, while Nigeria equalized.
The game was dragged into penalties. Nigeria won the game on penalties.
This time, Nigeria won, having lost in 3 final matches in previous editions.
Check out photos below:
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The medals
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Nigerian Players line for medal collection
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Officials shaking Nigerian Players
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Nigeria and Gambia coaching crew with match officials
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Nigerian coach lifts the trophy
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Nigerian players happy after receiving medals
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Nigerian goal keeper smiling after receiving medal
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A fan with Nigerian player
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Fans with medal
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Fans with the trophy
Source: Emezico
Congrats to our fellow Nigerians in Finland. To the team, I say KUDOS. We are glad that you made all proud....
l witnessed every minute of the game. It was a tension soaked match. However, Nigeria won. Congrats Team Nigeria!