Nigeria cling on for three points against Tunisia, advance to AFCON knockout round

The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Tunisia 3-2 in their second game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Nigeria survived a late onslaught from the Tunisians to clinch the vital victory at the Stade Foot Fès in Morocco on Saturday.

The goals for Nigeria came from Victor Osimhen, Wilfried Ndidi, and Ademola Lookman, ensuring the team’s qualification from their group.

Osimhen opened the scoring in the 44th minute, connecting with a precise cross from Lookman just before halftime.

Ndidi, the team captain, doubled the lead in the 50th minute, again assisted by Lookman.