Nigeria Prepares to Face Mozambique in AFCON 2025 Quarterfinals

Crucial Clash in the Quarterfinals

Nigeria's national team is set to face Mozambique in the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 at the stadium in Fez, Morocco. The match will take place on Monday at 8:00 PM local time (7:00 PM GMT). Nigeria has shown strength in the tournament, achieving a perfect run in the group stage, while Mozambique is making history with its first qualification to the knockout stages.

Team Form

Nigeria, boasting a talented squad that includes players like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, has recorded convincing victories against Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania, finishing the group with a 100% success rate. On the other hand, Mozambique, ranked 102nd in the world, dreams of continuing its adventure, having secured just one win in its last 18 AFCON matches.

Coach's Remarks

Nigeria's coach, Eric Chelle, stated that the team is motivated and confident, although it needs to improve its defense. Meanwhile, players from Mozambique, including Geny Catamo, hope to pull off an upset following a significant victory against Gabon.

Head-to-Head History

So far, Nigeria and Mozambique have met five times, with Nigeria winning four matches and one ending in a draw. The last encounter took place in October 2023, where Nigeria emerged victorious with a score of 3-2.