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2025-12-24 08:28:00
According to The Nation, Nigeria’s Super Eagles opened their AFCON run with a 2–1 victory over Tanzania in Group C, securing early points in the tournament.
Nigeria struck first through Semi Ajayi, then had to respond after Tanzania’s second-half equaliser before Ademola Lookman restored the lead to seal the win.
The result sets a positive tone, but the narrow margin also highlights the need for sharper game management and defensive concentration as tougher fixtures approach.
Al Jazeera described the game as Nigeria “edge past Tanzania to make winning start to AFCON 2025.” ESPN also noted: “Ademola Lookman’s second-half winner helped Nigeria overcome a Tanzania fightback.”
Echotitbits take: Winning early matters, but AFCON rewards consistency. Watch for midfield control and defensive transitions against stronger opponents—and whether chance creation improves beyond moments of individual brilliance.
Source: The Nation — December 23, 2025 (https://thenationonlineng.net/breaking-super-eagles-beat-tanzania-in-first-afcon-game/)
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