Super Eagles Open AFCON 2025 With 2-1 Win Over Tanzania
Nigeria began their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with a 2–1 win over Tanzania at the Complexe Sportif de Fès on Tuesday.
The Super Eagles took the lead in the 36th minute when Semi Ajayi rose highest from an Alex Iwobi corner to head the ball into the net. Ademola Lookman restored Nigeria’s lead in the 52nd minute, finishing from another precise assist by Iwobi after Tanzania had equalised.
The match started with Nigeria pressing early, with Akor Adams’ header hitting the crossbar and Lookman’s 26th-minute attempt deflected for a corner. Victor Osimhen also came close before halftime but was stopped by Tanzanian defender Bakari Mwamnyeto.
Tanzania responded shortly after the second half began, with Novatus Miroshi setting up Charles M’Mombwa, who calmly finished past goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali to make it 1–1.
Despite missing further opportunities, including a disallowed goal for offside by Osimhen, Nigeria managed the closing stages well to secure the victory.
The win puts the Super Eagles at the top of Group C, while Tanzania will aim to recover in their next match against Uganda.
