Ademola Lookman is in the news after Nigeria’s draw with South Africa in World Cup qualifiers. The winger, born in England, plays for Atalanta and Nigeria.
Ivory Coast beat Mozambique 1-0 in their Africa Cup of Nations opener in Morocco. Diallo scored the only goal, but missed chances kept the scoreline close. Mozambique's veteran winger Dominguez became the oldest outfield player in tournament history. Mozambique remains winless at AFCON since 1986.
Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a 3-2 victory over Tunisia in their second group match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, ensuring qualification for the knockout stage. Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Wilfred Ndidi scored for Nigeria, while Tunisia mounted a late comeback. Nigeria now leads Group C with six points.