The decisive moment came in the 66th minute when Tylon Smith rose above the Nigerian defense to head the ball into the net, marking the only goal of the match. Smith's aerial prowess proved crucial as his well-timed header left the Nigerian goalkeeper helpless.
Nigeria pushed forward in search of an equalizer but was ultimately unable to break down South Africa’s resilient defense. As the final whistle blew, the South African team celebrated their triumph, while Nigeria's hopes of clinching the title came to an end.
Tylon Smith’s outstanding performance earned him the Man of the Match accolade, capping off a memorable night for the South African squad. They will now shift their focus to the final, aiming to secure the coveted U20 AFCON title.