Super Eagles soar into AFCON 2025 quarters with record-breaking display
Nigeria stormed into the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals with a commanding 4-0 victory over Mozambique, delivering their most complete performance of the tournament. Victor Osimhen’s brace, supplemented by goals from Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams, secured the win, orchestrated masterfully by Alex Iwobi from midfield.
Coach Eric Sekou Chelle’s side finally achieved a coveted clean sheet, bolstering their defensive resolve while their terrifying attack ran riot. The win set multiple national records, including the biggest AFCON victory margin and tying Nigeria’s highest goal tally (12) at a single tournament.
Iwobi was the unheralded architect, providing two key assists with penetrating passes from deep. Chelle’s team has now won four consecutive AFCON matches for the first time in the nation’s history, establishing themselves as formidable contenders as they advance.
