Summary
Victor Osimhen scored twice to help Nigeria win 4-0 against Mozambique in the Africa Cup of Nations. With this victory, Nigeria advanced to the quarterfinals. Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams also scored, contributing to Nigeria's biggest win in an AFCON knockout game since 2010.
Key Facts
- Nigeria defeated Mozambique 4-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations to reach the quarterfinals.
- Victor Osimhen scored two goals in the match.
- Ademola Lookman scored the first goal and assisted in three others.
- Akor Adams scored the final goal to secure the win for Nigeria.
- Mozambique reached this stage as one of the best third-placed teams from the group phase.
- This victory marked Nigeria's biggest AFCON knockout win since Egypt's 4-0 win over Algeria in 2010.
- Nigeria will face either Algeria or the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the quarterfinals.
- Osimhen initially played without his protective mask but put it on before scoring his first goal.
