Nigeria, Feb. 3 -- Ademola Lookman's father has expressed his excitement over his son's stellar performance in the Super Eagles' progression to the semifinal.

Lookman's father, while speaking with journalists after Friday's quarterfinal victory over Angola, revealed he was just short of words to describe his emotions after his son's goal catapulted the Eagles into the semifinal.

Mr. Ademola, with a smile radiating from all corners of his face, said the win has given the country an edge to challenge for the AFCON, which was last won 11 years ago. He further added that the Super Eagles will win their next game to enter the final.

"Well, it's an understatement if I say I'm happy; in fact, I'm overwhelmed. I'm so happy; at least for Nigeri...