The victory extended Nigeria’s flawless record at the current edition to five wins from five matches, all achieved in open play. They have now scored 14 goals in the tournament, surpassing their previous best of 12 set in 2000, a first in their Africa Cup of Nations history. This was their 12th quarter-final appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations, and they have now progressed from this stage on 11 occasions, their only failure coming against Ghana in 2008. Between them, Osimhen and Lookman have now been directly involved in 13 of Nigeria’s 14 goals at the finals. This was their 10th meeting at the Africa Cup of Nations, with both nations now level on four wins apiece alongside two draws.

Source: Punch January 11, 2026 11:46 UTC