The Super Eagles put on a dazzling display of firepower as Osimhen and Lookman led the Nigeria to a resounding 4-0 victory over Mozambique in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 at Complexe Sportif de Fès. The African giants never looked back after Ademola Lookman opened the scoring in the 20th minute, sending Nigeria fans into a frenzy. Victor Osimhen doubled the lead just five minutes later, setting the tone for a clinical demolition.
The first half ended 2-0 in favour of Nigeria, but the Super Eagles made sure there was no doubt about their intentions. Lookman and Osimhen were at the heart of the attack, linking up effortlessly with Akor Adams, who would later also get on the scoresheet. Osimhen’s second goal early in the second half, assisted brilliantly by Lookman, showcased his trademark power and poise inside the box.
By the 75th minute, Adams sealed the emphatic 4-0 victory, thanks to yet another precise pass from Lookman, who now boasts four assists in the tournament, the first player to achieve this since Didier Drogba in 2008. Fans and pundits alike praised the synergy between Osimhen and Lookman, whose partnership was electric, blending pace, vision, and finishing.
Nigeria’s dominance was evident in every facet of the game. Midfield maestros Wilfred Ndidi and Frank Onyeka kept Mozambique’s attackers at bay, while the front line relentlessly pressed, creating openings at will. The Super Eagles’ tactical execution, combined with the sharp finishing of Osimhen and Lookman, left Mozambique searching for answers all night.
The victory now sets up Nigeria for a mouthwatering quarter-final showdown, with the Super Eagles riding high on confidence and momentum. For Osimhen, the tournament is another stage to reinforce his status as one of Africa’s lethal forwards, while Lookman’s creativity continues to mesmerize fans and pundits alike. Nigeria looks unstoppable when this duo is on form, and the AFCON quarter-finals promise to be a thrilling spectacle for all football lovers.
It’s a shame that despite Osimhen, Lookman, and the entire Super Eagles of Nigeria shining at AFCON, they will not be heading to the FIFA 2026 World Cup.
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