The Super Eagles soared into the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Monday night, dismantling Mozambique with a dominant 4-0 victory in Fez.
This clinical performance marks a historic milestone for Nigeria, as it is the first time in the nation’s history that they have won their opening four matches at an AFCON tournament.
Match Highlights: The Lookman-Osimhen ConnectionNigeria maintained their perfect record in Group C, once again proving too strong for the Mambas. The victory was defined by a masterclass in clinical finishing:
The Opener: Ademola Lookman broke the deadlock to put Nigeria ahead.
The Double: Lookman then turned provider, setting up Victor Osimhen to double the lead before halftime.
The Brace: Shortly after the restart, the duo combined again, with Osimhen grabbing his second of the night.
The Finale: Akor Adams capped off the rout with a powerful strike from inside the box to make it 4-0.
What’s Next?
Having secured their spot in the knockout stages with ease, Eric Chelle’s side now shifts their focus to the quarter-finals. They will face the winner of the upcoming clash between Burkina Faso and DR Congo.