Nigeria Defeat Mozambique to Reach AFCON 2025 Quarter-Finals
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations following a convincing victory over Mozambique in their Round of 16 encounter.
The Super Eagles delivered a composed and dominant performance, asserting control from the early stages of the match and keeping Mozambique under sustained pressure. Nigeria’s attacking intent, combined with disciplined defending, ensured they remained firmly in command throughout the contest.
Mozambique, who impressed during the group stage, struggled to cope with Nigeria’s pace, movement, and tactical organization. Despite moments of resilience, they were unable to break through Nigeria’s defensive line or halt the Super Eagles’ momentum.
Nigeria’s victory continues their strong run in the tournament and reinforces their status as one of the leading contenders for the AFCON 2025 title. The team showed depth, confidence, and cohesion, qualities that have defined their campaign so far.
With this result, Nigeria advance to the quarter-final stage, where they will face a tougher test as the competition intensifies. The Super Eagles will now turn their focus to the next round as they continue their quest for continental glory.
AFCON 2025 remains wide open, but Nigeria’s performance against Mozambique sends a clear message: the Super Eagles are firmly in the hunt for the trophy.
