The Super Eagles defeated Mozambique 4-0 in their Round of 16 match in Fès to secure a spot in the AFCON 2025 quarterfinals.

After winning all three games to take first place in Group C, the Eagles got off to a great start, building on their flawless group stage record. After finishing as one of the top third-place teams in Group F, Mozambique made their first-ever trip to the Round of 16 but found it difficult to handle Nigeria’s speed and offensive threat.

In the 20th minute, Ademola Lookman converted an Akor Adams assist to give the Super Eagles an early lead. Victor Osimhen doubled the lead five minutes later, and Lookman put him up again in the 47th minute to make it three. Adams Akor scored Nigeria’s fourth goal in the 75th minute.

Wilfred Ndidi captained the midfield alongside Frank Onyeka and Alex Iwobi, with Stanley Nwabali returning in goal. The back four of Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, and Bruno Onyemaechi held Mozambique at bay throughout the game.

In the second half, Chelle refreshed his midfield by replacing Adams Akor and Lookman with Paul Onuachu and Samuel Chukwueze, and Onyeka and Ndidi with Tom Dele Bashiru and Onyedika. Moses Simon also came out for Osimhen.

By the 80th minute, Nigeria had eight shots on goal, but Mozambique had failed to challenge Nwabali.

Nigeria advances to the quarter-finals with the win, keeping their momentum going as they seek their fourth AFCON crown. They will meet the victors of the match between Algeria and Congo DRC.