Lookman’s strike gives Nigeria victory over Tanzania in AFCON opener
Ademola Lookman scored a stunning goal to help the Super Eagles secure a 2–1 win against Tanzania in their opening Africa Cup of Nations match. The game saw Nigeria dominate but face strong resistance from the Taifa Stars, who briefly leveled the score in the second half. Semi Ajayi and Charles M’Mombwa were also on the scoresheet, but it was Lookman’s effort that proved decisive. The Super Eagles will be encouraged by this result as they aim to progress further in the tournament.
Match highlights
- Semi Ajayi gave Nigeria the lead in the 36th minute with a glancing header from a corner.
- Tanzania equalised shortly after halftime through Charles M’Mombwa following a cross from Novatus Miroshi.
- Ademola Lookman restored Nigeria’s advantage just two minutes later with a powerful left-footed strike.
- Victor Osimhen and Alex Iwobi were both denied by Tanzania’s goalkeeper Zuberi Foba during sustained Nigerian pressure.
- Tanzania nearly equalised late on, but Ibrahim Hamad missed a close-range chance, allowing Nigeria to secure all three points.
