Nigerian Super Eagles Star Akor Adams Dedicates First AFCON Goal to Hospitalized Mum

Akor Adams scored his first-ever AFCON goal for Nigeria in their 40-0 win over Mozambique, dedicating it to his mother who was hospitalized before the match.

Nigerias Super Eagles striker Akor Adams dedicated his first-ever AFCON goal to his ailing mother, who was hospitalised before their 40-0 win over Mozambique in the round-of-16 match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The historic victory marked one of the most lopsided scores in AFCON history. Adams' emotional gesture highlighted the personal significance of this milestone for him and his family. The team's convincing win sets them up for a potential quarterfinal appearance.