Osimhen double for Nigeria downs Mozambique to seal AFCON quarterfinal spot

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by News AgenciesJanuary 5, 2026 at 10:46 PM

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Nigeria defeated Mozambique 4-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 on Monday in Fes, securing a quarterfinal spot. Victor Osimhen scored twice, with additional goals from Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams. Nigeria's victory, the largest in an AFCON knockout stage since 2010, propels them to a quarterfinal match on Saturday in Marrakesh against either Algeria or DR Congo. Mozambique, making their first knockout stage appearance, was outmatched by Nigeria. The Super Eagles, seeking redemption after failing to qualify for the World Cup, advance in the tournament. The winner between Algeria and DR Congo will be determined on Tuesday.

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Uganda 30% Eric Chelle 35% Angola 35% Egypt 40% Akor Adams ×260% Algeria ×360% Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) ×365% Ademola Lookman 70% Mozambique ×570% Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) ×485% Victor Osimhen ×490% Nigeria ×895%

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