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Lookman fires Nigeria to victory over Tanzania

Ademola Lookman's second-half winner helped Nigeria overcome a Tanzania fightback and begin their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a bright 2-1 Group C victory.
Dec 24, 2025, 04:42 am - Ed Dove

Match Timeline

Nigeria
Tanzania
  • KO
  • 36
  • HT
  • 50
  • 52
  • 58
  • 59
  • 62
  • 79
  • 86
  • 90+1
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Nigeria 2, Tanzania 1.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, Nigeria 2, Tanzania 1.
90'+3'
Mohamed Hussein (Tanzania) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Match Stats
NGATAN
Possession
59.1%
40.959.1
40.9%
Shots on Goal
11
3
Shot Attempts
21
11
Yellow Cards
1
0
Corner Kicks
6
6
Saves
2
8