"Ademola Lookman has secured a 2-1 win for a wasteful Nigeria against Tanzania in Fez, Morocco, in their opening Africa Cup of Nations match. After the disappointment of failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, Nigeria coach Eric Chelle would have hoped for more goals given the opportunities his side created on Tuesday. list of 4 itemsend of list Star striker Victor Osimhen was among the culprits."
"Nigerian centre half Semi Ajayi opened the scoring in the first half before Charles M'Mombwa levelled soon after half-time. However, Atalanta attacker Lookman struck the winning goal shortly after the equaliser to spare Nigeria's blushes. The first half followed a predictable pattern with three-time champions Nigeria pressing and Tanzania soaking up the pressure as they sought a first win after three draws and six losses in three previous AFCON appearances."
"Tanzania goalkeeper Zuberi Masudi suffered a facial injury after advancing off his line to block a shot by Akor Adams. From the resultant corner, Sevilla striker Adams came close as his near-post header hit the top of the crossbar. The East Africans threatened for the first time on 14 minutes with an acrobatic shot from Saimon Msuva comfortably saved by Stanley Nwabali. As rain began to fall in Fez, Nigerian frustrations surfaced with 2023 African player of the year Osimhen upset"
Nigeria opened their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 campaign with a 2-1 win over Tanzania in Fez. Semi Ajayi scored the first goal in the first half. Charles M'Mombwa equalised soon after half-time. Ademola Lookman struck the winning goal shortly after the equaliser. Victor Osimhen missed several clear chances and could have scored a hat-trick with better finishing. Tanzania defended deep and soaked up pressure for long spells. Tanzania goalkeeper Zuberi Masudi suffered a facial injury blocking a shot. Rain affected conditions and Nigeria created numerous opportunities from set pieces and open play.
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