Super Eagles Soar into Knockout Stages with Gritty Victory over Tunisia

Nigeria’s Super Eagles clinched their place in the AFCON 2025 round of 16 following a thrilling 3-2 victory over Tunisia at the Stade Foot Fès. The Nigerians dominated the first hour, racing into a 3-0 lead. Victor Osimhen opened the scoring just before halftime, followed by captain Wilfred Ndidi’s first international goal and a clinical strike from Ademola Lookman.

However, the Eagles of Carthage staged a spirited late comeback. Tunisia pulled one back through Gharbi in the 75th minute before Ali Al-Abdi converted a penalty to set up a frantic finish. Despite seven minutes of stoppage time and heavy Tunisian pressure, Nigeria’s defense held firm.

The result leaves Nigeria at the summit of Group C with six points, officially securing their qualification with one game to spare. Tunisia now faces a must-win final group match to keep their tournament hopes alive.