Nigeria's Super Eagles will face Mozambique's Mambas in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 after topping Group C with a perfect record. The knockout clash is set for Monday, January 5, 2026, at Fez Stadium in Morocco, where Nigeria played their group games. This fixture caps Nigeria's dominant group stage wins over Tanzania, Tunisia, and Uganda.
The Super Eagles secured nine points, advancing as Group C winners ahead of Tunisia and debutants Tanzania, who also qualified as third-placed. Goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfried Ndidi, Ademola Lookman, Paul Onuachu, and Raphael Onyedika powered victories, including 3-1 over Uganda. Mozambique earned third in Group F behind Ivory Coast and Cameroon via key results like Madagascar's loss.
Nigeria meets the best third-placed teams from Groups A, B, or F per tournament rules, landing Mozambique after Group F finales. The game kicks off Nigeria's knockout push for a fourth AFCON title, hosted in Morocco. Full Round of 16 includes Mali vs Tunisia, Senegal vs Sudan, and Morocco vs Tanzania.
Fans note Nigeria's past Round of 16 exits after perfect groups, like 2021, raising stakes against underdog Mozambique. Coach Eric Chelle's side eyes quarter-finals amid high expectations from a star-studded squad. Victory here advances them toward potential clashes with giants like Egypt or hosts Morocco.