Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named a strong starting XI featuring Victor Osimhen, Akor Adams and Ademola Lookman as Nigeria face Mozambique in the Round of 16 of the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations at the Fez Stadium.
After a perfect group stage campaign with three wins from three, Coach Eric Chelle has reverted to his strongest possible lineup to ensure passage to the quarter-finals.
The headline news is the formidable strike partnership of Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams. After being strategically rotated in the final group game against Uganda. They are supported by the creative spark of Ademola Lookman, who plays just behind them.
In the engine room, captain Wilfred Ndidi returns to anchor the midfield alongside the tireless Frank Onyeka and the playmaker Alex Iwobi. The defense sees the return of Stanley Nwabali in goal, protected by a back four of Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, and Bruno Onyemaechi.
Mozambique, making their first-ever appearance in the AFCON knockout rounds, will rely on star man Geny Catamo to cause an upset. However, with Nigeria’s “big hitters” back in the starting XI, the Super Eagles are firm favorites to continue their quest for a fourth continental title.
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