Osimhen and Nigeria eye AFCON glory after another World Cup flop

Victor Osimhen-inspired Nigeria are hurting after another unsuccessful World Cup qualifying campaign, and the quickest route to recovery would be winning the 2025 AFCON..

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After failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, Nigeria's Super Eagles, led by star striker Victor Osimhen, are aiming to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco to compensate for their recent disappointments.

Nigeria was eliminated from World Cup qualification after losing to the Democratic Republic of Congo in a penalty shootout following a 4-1 win over Gabon.
Head coach Eric Chelle and Osimhen emphasized the team's determination to convert their "golden generation" talent into trophies.
Nigeria is in AFCON Group C with Tunisia, Tanzania, and Uganda, with their match against Tunisia expected to decide the group winner.
The team boasts a strong attack, including Osimhen and 2024 African Player of the Year Ademola Lookman, among others.

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