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Nigerian Eagles Hold Off Tanzania to Win Afcon Opener with Late Lookman Strike'

Nigerian Eagles Hold Off Tanzania to Win Afcon Opener with Late Lookman Strike'

Ademola Lookman scored a stunning goal to help Nigeria edge past Tanzania 2-1 in their AFCON opener. The second-half strike proved decisive in Morocco's PUNCH report.

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Nigeria edged out Tanzania 2-1 in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations opener, thanks to Ademola Lookman's late winner in Morocco. The match was a hard-fought affair, with the Tanzanians pushing for an equalizer until the Nigerian substitute struck in the 72nd minute. Lookman's strike proved decisive as Nigeria secured a 21 victory, marking a promising start to their campaign.

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