Super Eagles be warned.
Super Eagles beware! 😬 Mozambique is coming for you, fueled by a presidential promise of 11.3 million naira and a hunger for an upset! Nigeria topped Group C with 9 points, but the Mambas aren’t to be underestimated – they’ve got spirit and a counter-attacking threat.
The Super Eagles, led by coach Eric Chelle, must avoid complacency and rely on stars like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman to secure a win. Geny Catamo is a key player for Mozambique, with his pace and skill posing a threat to Nigeria’s defense
Mozambique finished third in Group F, earning their knockout spot with a resilient performance, including a notable 3-2 victory over Gabon. Their progression was confirmed after a 2-1 loss to Cameroon in the group’s decisive match
The match kicks off January 5, 2026, at the Complexe Sportif de Fès, 8:00 PM local time (7:00 PM GMT). If Nigeria wins, they’ll face the winner of DR Congo vs Algeria in the quarterfinals
Former Nigerian international, Ben Akwuebu identified the area Super Eagles need to improve ahead of the match, suggesting they need to work on their defense to avoid conceding goals
Let’s go Eagles!The Super Eagles will need to be at their best to overcome Mozambique’s challenge.
