The Super Eagles of Nigeria have secured a commanding 4–0 victory over Mozambique in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 at the Complexe Sportif de Fès, booking their spot in the quarterfinals for the 18th time in history.
At halftime, Nigeria was already in control, leading 2–0 thanks to early strikes from Ademola Lookman in the 20th minute and Victor Osimhen just five minutes later. The quickfire goals set the tone for Nigeria’s dominance and left Mozambique struggling to find a foothold in the game.
The second half saw Nigeria maintain their intensity. Victor Osimhen added his second goal of the match in the 47th minute, extending Nigeria’s lead and effectively putting the game out of reach. Taiwo Adams later rounded off the scoring in the 75th minute, ensuring a comprehensive victory for the Super Eagles.
The performance highlighted Nigeria’s attacking prowess, with Osimhen and Lookman combining seamlessly to create multiple chances, while Adams’ late strike demonstrated the squad’s depth of talent. Mozambique, despite their best efforts, were unable to breach Nigeria’s disciplined defence.
With this win, Nigeria continues their rich AFCON tradition and now advances confidently into the quarterfinals, setting up a high-stakes clash against their next opponent. Fans celebrated the team’s performance, praising the lethal finishing and tactical control on display.
This victory not only boosts Nigeria’s chances of claiming another AFCON title but also sends a strong message to the rest of the tournament: the Super Eagles are in formidable form, and they are not holding back.
Missed the first half? Read our earlier post on Nigeria’s 2–0 lead here.
