Wasteful Nigeria edge past Tanzania to make winning start to AFCON 2025

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete December 23, 2025 at 09:13 PM

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Nigeria defeated Tanzania 2-1 in Fez, Morocco, in their opening match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The victory followed Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Semi Ajayi scored first for Nigeria, but Charles M’Mombwa quickly equalized for Tanzania in the second half. Ademola Lookman then secured the win for Nigeria. Despite creating numerous opportunities, Nigeria was wasteful in front of goal, with Victor Osimhen among those who failed to convert chances. Tanzania sought their first ever AFCON win, but ultimately fell short against the three-time champions.

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Charles M'Mombwa 30% Eric Chelle 40% Semi Ajayi 40% Victor Osimhen ×350% Ademola Lookman ×260% Tanzania ×570% Nigeria ×680% Africa Cup of Nations 2025 ×490%

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