Nigeria’s Super Eagles have secured their place in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 after a thrilling 3-2 victory over Tunisia in Morocco on Saturday.
The goals for Nigeria came from Victor Osimhen, Wilfried Ndidi, and Ademola Lookman, ensuring the team’s qualification from their group.
Osimhen opened the scoring in the 44th minute, connecting with a precise cross from Lookman just before halftime.
Ndidi, the team captain, doubled the lead in the 50th minute, again assisted by Lookman.
Lookman added a third goal in the 70th minute, with Osimhen providing the assist.
Tunisia fought back late, with Talbi scoring in the 74th minute, and Abdi converting a penalty in the 87th minute following a handball by Bright Osayi-Samuel, but it was not enough to prevent Nigeria from sealing the win.
The Super Eagles now advance to face Uganda in the Round of 16 on Tuesday at 5 PM, with hopes high for continued success in the tournament.
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