BREAKING NEWS: Viral Video Leaked As US President Trump Targets Nigeria, Colombia. Announces Date To Strike. See Full Details Now.After a flawless group-stage campaign at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Super Eagles will look to sustain their momentum when they face Mozambique in Monday’s Round of 16 clash in Fes.
The Super Eagles go into the tie as favourites, having won all three group matches, but the Mambas have already demonstrated they can trouble more established opposition.
A win over Gabon, along with spirited performances in defeats to hosts Ivory Coast and Cameroon, highlighted Mozambique’s ability to compete with Africa’s traditional heavyweights.
Nigeria, African champions for the last time in 2013, will take confidence from their strong start to the tournament and what appears to be a favourable last-16 draw. With belief firm in Éric Sékou Chelle’s camp, the Super Eagles are targeting another decisive step toward ending their long wait for continental glory.
Midfielders Alex Iwobi and Ademola Lookman have been among Nigeria’s standout performers so far, providing creativity and drive. However, defensive concerns linger, and Mozambique is expected to exploit any weaknesses through Geny Catamo of Sporting CP.
Catamo has been one of Mozambique’s key attacking threats, converting a penalty in their 3-2 win over Gabon before scoring a fine goal in a narrow 2-1 defeat to Cameroon.
The winner of Monday’s encounter will advance to the quarter-finals, where they will face either Algeria or the Democratic Republic of Congo. A potential meeting with DR Congo would revive memories of the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff final, where Nigeria suffered a painful defeat.
Match Details:
Date: Monday, January 5
Kick-off: 20:00 WAT (21:00 CAT, 20:00 local time, 19:00 GMT)
Venue: Fez Stadium
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