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 though have advance would have to face Uganda in their last game of the first Round on Tuesday at 5 PM, with hopes high for continued success in the tournament.
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