CAN 2025 – Round of 16: Nigeria leads 2-0 at halftime against Mozambique thanks to Osimhen and Lookman

05.01.26 FT AFCON - Africa Cup of Nations

Nigeria

4

:

Mozambique

0

Dominant from the opening minutes, Nigeria quickly stamped its authority over Mozambique during the first half. More intense, more precise, and clearly superior in their ball control, the favorites wasted no time in taking charge of the match.

Read also: CAN 2025 – Round of 16 / Nigeria – Mozambique: Free channels to watch the match live

Nigeria's superiority was reflected on the scoreboard with two well-deserved goals. Ademola Lookman broke the deadlock before turning provider for Victor Osimhen, who doubled the lead. This sequence left a stunned Mozambican side reeling.

After the 25th minute, the Super Eagles expertly managed their advantage, controlling the tempo right up to halftime. Inspired and decisive, Lookman established himself as the standout performer of the first half.

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI |

Editor

Football web writer creating digital sports content with a focus on news, analysis and stories that reflect passion, accuracy and objectivity.

Related teams and leagues

Nigeria

Mozambique

AFCON - Africa Cup of Nations