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‎Super Eagles Defeat Tunisia to Qualify for Round of 16

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria have qualified for the last 16 of the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations following a 3-2 victory over Tunisia on Saturday night.

‎Goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi and Ademola Lookman secured the victory for the Super Eagles while Tunisia’s goals were scored by defenders Montassar Talbi and Ali Abdi.

‎Recall that the Super Eagles began their tournament with a narrow 2-1 win over Tanzania on Tuesday.

‎The Super Eagles came into Saturday’s game knowing that three points against the Carthage Eagles will put them in control of Group C.

‎Victor Osimhen headed Nigeria into the lead before the break, before goals from Wilfred Ndidi and Ademola Lookman put Eric Chelle’s men in firm control.

‎Tunisia pulled one back through Montassar Talbi, before a late penalty was converted by Ali Al-Abdi.

‎The victory means Nigeria have six points from two matches, while Tunisia remain second with three points.

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