Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has emphasized a cautious approach for Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign, stating the team will take each match as it comes. The Galatasaray forward acknowledged the unpredictable nature of continental football, where underdogs often produce shocking results.
Nigeria has been drawn in Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania. Softfootball notes that Osimhen highlighted the unique challenges posed by African opponents, regardless of their ranking.
Speaking to the BBC, he said:
It’s not gonna be easy. Just like we all know, this is African football, this is AFCON. You can get a lot of surprises.
The striker stressed the importance of staying focused rather than looking too far ahead. He added:
But we are going to take each game as it comes.
For Osimhen, respecting every opponent is key to navigating the tournament successfully. With tough fixtures on the horizon, the Super Eagles will need to maintain high intensity and adaptability to progress through the group stage and beyond.
