AFCON 2025 Knockout Showdown: Super Eagles Set for Mozambique Test on January 5

Nigeria’s quest for a fourth continental crown gathers fresh momentum as the Super Eagles have been drawn against Mozambique in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with the high-stakes encounter billed for January 5, 2026.
The knockout clash signals the beginning of the tournament’s do-or-die phase, where pedigree meets ambition and reputations are put on the line. Having negotiated the group stage with authority, the Super Eagles march into the tie as favourites, buoyed by their rich AFCON history and the weight of expectations from millions of fans back home.
However, Mozambique’s Mambas are no pushovers. The Southern African side have earned plaudits for their tactical discipline, resilience, and fighting spirit throughout the competition. Their journey to the Round of 16 has been marked by grit and organisation, qualities that could make them dangerous opponents on the night.
For Nigeria, the stakes could not be higher. Victory will book a coveted quarter-final spot and keep alive hopes of lifting the AFCON trophy once again. Anything short of that would spell a painful exit at a stage where champions are truly defined.
As January 5 approaches, anticipation is building. Nigerian supporters will be hoping the Super Eagles rise to the occasion, impose their quality, and soar confidently past Mozambique in what promises to be a thrilling knockout battle on the road to AFCON glory.