Super Eagles striker Akor Adams has earned continental recognition after his goal against Algeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final was named one of the tournament’s top five strikes by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
The goal was highlighted for its precision, composure, and technical brilliance, playing a key role in Nigeria’s 2–0 victory and third-place finish. The list, shared on CAF’s official social media, also included spectacular goals from Morocco’s Ayoub El Kaabi, Cameroon’s Christian Kofane, Algeria’s Adil Boulbina, and Senegal’s title-winning strike from Pape Gueye.
Key Points:
The recognition highlights Akor Adams’ growing stature in African football following his impactful AFCON performance.
It reinforces the depth of attacking talent in Nigerian football and the Super Eagles’ competitive quality.
Inclusion in such a list can enhance a player’s visibility, market value, and confidence at the international level.
The selection reflects CAF’s effort to celebrate individual moments of brilliance that defined the tournament.
The achievement adds a positive note to Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 campaign, which ended with a bronze medal.
Sources: The PUNCH