The Super Eagles of Nigeria have sealed qualification for the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 after a flawless group-stage campaign, winning all three matches against Tanzania, Tunisia and Uganda to finish with the maximum 9 points. Nigeria will now face Mozambique in the knockout stage.
Softfootball has analysed Nigeria’s group-stage performances, highlighting the goal scorers and assist providers who powered the Super Eagles’ dominant run.
Super Eagles Goal Contributions – AFCON 2025 Group Stage
Here are list of the player;
| Player | Goals | Assists | Total Contributions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ademola Lookman | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Raphael Onyedika | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Victor Osimhen | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Paul Onuachu | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Semi Ajayi | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Wilfred Ndidi | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Alex Iwobi | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Samuel Chukwueze | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Dele Bashiru | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Ademola Lookman
The standout performer of Nigeria’s group stage, Lookman finished with 2 goals and 2 assists, earning a place in the AFCON group-stage Best XI. The former African Footballer of the Year has been mercurial throughout the competition.
Raphael Onyedika
The hero against Uganda, Onyedika scored both goals in Nigeria’s 3–1 win, delivering a Man of the Match performance.
Victor Osimhen
Nigeria’s deputy captain recorded 1 goal and 1 assist, continuing his strong 2025 form after ranking among the top goal scorers and goal contributors globally this year.
Paul Onuachu
The tallest player at AFCON 2025 found the net in the 28th minute against Uganda, scoring his only group-stage goal.
Semi Ajayi
The defender opened his AFCON account with a goal against Tanzania in the 36th minute.
Wilfred Ndidi
Nigeria’s captain scored against Tunisia, celebrating with a tribute to Kanu Nwankwo’s iconic 1996 Olympics celebration.
Alex Iwobi
Nicknamed by Softfootball as the “Fabregas of the Super Eagles”, Iwobi provided two assists against Tanzania, setting up Lookman and Ajayi.
Samuel Chukwueze
The team’s entertainer delivered two assists, adding creativity and flair on the wings.
Dele Bashiru
Contributed one assist during the group stage, adding depth to Nigeria’s midfield options.
The 9-Point Curse Question
Despite Nigeria’s perfect group run, concerns remain over the infamous AFCON “9-point curse”, where dominant teams suffer early exits. Egypt (2019), Nigeria (2021) and Senegal (2023) all exited in the Round of 16 after winning all group matches.
