From the first whistle, the Super Eagles asserted their superiority. It didn’t take long for the goals to start flowing. Ademola Lookman opened the scoring, brilliantly finding the back of the net and giving Nigeria an early advantage that set the tone for the rest of the match. Shortly after, talismanic striker Victor Osimhen doubled Nigeria’s lead with a composed finish, showing why he remains one of Africa’s most feared forwards. These early goals injected confidence into the team and sent a clear message that Nigeria was here to progress deep into the tournament.
As the match progressed into the second half, Nigeria continued to press, refusing to take their foot off the gas. Osimhen’s influence was again felt as he capitalised on another opportunity early in the second half to extend the lead, solidifying his status as the team’s central attacking threat. Later in the game, Akor Adams added the fourth goal with a powerful shot that left the Mozambique goalkeeper with no chance, rounding off a comprehensive performance from the Nigerian side.
This convincing victory is part of a larger narrative for Nigeria at AFCON 2025. The Super Eagles had already topped Group C with a perfect record, winning all three of their group matches against Tanzania, Tunisia, and Uganda before facing Mozambique in the last 16. That level of consistency highlights the progress the team has made under their current coach and suggests they are hitting form at exactly the right stage of the tournament.
Fans watching from across Nigeria and around the world were thrilled not only with the result but with the manner of the performance. The attacking intent, fluid passing, and sharp finishing were all strong indicators that this Super Eagles squad has the potential to go all the way in AFCON. With their high‑scoring offense — having scored twelve goals in four matches in the tournament so far — Nigeria has been one of the most entertaining teams to watch.
Beyond the goals, there were standout individual performances that contributed to this memorable win. Lookman’s pace and movement troubled the Mozambican defence throughout, while Osimhen’s physical presence and clinical touch gave Nigeria an edge in key moments. The midfield worked tirelessly to control possession and create chances, and the defence remained solid, helping secure a clean sheet.
This victory today not only sees Nigeria advancing to the quarter‑finals of the Africa Cup of Nations but also adds to the growing optimism among supporters about the team’s chances of winning their sixth AFCON title. For now, Nigerians everywhere can celebrate a fantastic performance and look forward to the next challenge with confidence and pride.
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