Nigeria targets a fourth AFCON trophy as tournament begins in Morocco
As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco, the Super Eagles are aiming to clinch their fourth title. Nigeria has a rich history in the competition, with memorable performances and strong statistics from previous editions. Key players like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman were instrumental during the qualifiers. The tournament promises to be a thrilling chapter for Nigerian football fans.
Match highlights
- Nigeria secured qualification before their last qualifier, despite a 2-1 home loss to Rwanda on November 18, 2024.
- Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman each scored two goals in the qualifiers, both netting against Benin Republic.
- The Super Eagles have previously won the AFCON in 1980, 1994, and 2013, and finished third a record eight times.
- Five matches were played in the qualifiers, with William Troost-Ekong and Bruno Onyemaechi playing every minute.
- Ten players who featured in the qualifiers, including Maduka Okoye and Kelechi Iheanacho, did not make the final squad for 2025.
