CAN 2025: fired-up Lookman leads Nigeria to a 4-0 rout of Mozambique

05.01.26 FT AFCON - Africa Cup of Nations

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Nigeria left no room for doubt as they kicked off their knockout stage campaign in this CAN 2025. Up against a spirited but quickly overwhelmed Mozambique side, the Super Eagles imposed their authority, sealing their quarter-final qualification with absolute composure.

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The Nigerians hit the ground running, making the difference early thanks to their attacking duo. Ademola Lookman opened the scoring before making a decisive impact throughout the game, while Victor Osimhen bagged a brace, underlining his growing form. In the second half, Akor Adams capped off the offensive showcase.

With this emphatic 4-0 victory, Éric Chelle's men reaffirm their ambitions and now await the winner of the clash between Algeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo, more than ever asserting themselves as tournament frontrunners.

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI |

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