Nigeria vs Mozambique Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | AFCON 2025 Round of 16
The Super Eagles emerged victorious when they last faced the Mambas.
The Nigeria national football team will now battle it out against the Mozambique national football team for their round of 16 outing of the 2025 AFCON. This high-stakes game will take place at the Fès Sports Complex.
The Super Eagles have won all of their group stage games of the ongoing African competition and will be looking to extend their winning run now. They are coming in after securing a 3-1 win against Uganda in their previous fixture. It was a top performance by the Nigeria national football team and they are going to come up with confidence.
The Mambas are coming in after facing a defeat at the hands of Cameroon in their previous Africa Cup of Nations fixture. They have not been consistent with their performances and due to this, they might struggle going forward. The Mozambique national football team will be keen to put up a strong fight in their upcoming fixture.
Kick-off:
- Location: Fès, Morocco
- Stadium: Fès Sports Complex
- Date: Tuesday, January 6
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 a.m. IST (Monday, Jan 5; 7:00 p.m. GMT/ 02:00 p.m. ET/ 11:00 a.m. PT)
- Referee: Abdou Abdel Mefire
- VAR: In use
Form:
Nigeria: D-L-W-W-W
Mozambique: L-D-L-W-L
Players to Watch
Ademola Lookman (Nigeria)
Ademola Lookman is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for the Nigeria national football team. He has scored two goals in two AFCON games of the ongoing campaign. Lookman will be keen to help his side up front yet again and is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.
Geny Catamo (Mozambique)
Geny Catamo will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance in the next fixture. He can control the midfield well and can surely score goals. In the last three matches, Catamo has scored three goals for his side and will be looking to help Mozambique yet again.
Match Facts
- Nigeria are on a three-match winning streak.
- Mozambique have only won one of their last five matches.
- The Mambas have never secured a win against the Super Eagles.
Nigeria vs Mozambique: Betting Tips and Odds
- Nigeria to win @3/8 Betway
- Victor Osimhen to score @21/20 bet365
- Goals over 3.5 @13/5 William Hill
Injury and Team News
All of the selected squad members for Nigeria and Mozambique are ready to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 6
Nigeria won: 5
Mozambique won: 0
Draws: 1
Predicted Lineups
Nigeria predicted lineup (4-1-2-1-2)
Nwabali (GK); Osayi-Samuel, Ajayi, Bassey, Onyemaechi; Ndidi; Onyeka, Iwobi; Lookman; Osimhen, Adams
Mozambique predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Ivane (GK); Calila, Chamboco, Dove, Nanani; Kambala, Nene; Catamo, Pelembe, Vilanculos; Ratifo
Match Prediction
Neither of these teams can afford to lose here. The Nigeria national football team is likely to come out on top and secure a win against the Mozambique national football team in their upcoming AFCON clash.
Prediction: Nigeria 3-1 Mozambique
Telecast Details
India: FanCode
Nigeria: NTA Sports 24, SuperSport
UK: Channel 4
USA: beIN Sports
Where and how to watch Nigeria vs Mozambique AFCON match?
Monday, January 5, 2025, at the Fès Sports Complex in Fès, Morocco. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch AFCON in India?
The FanCode app and website can be used to watch all the matches live.
Where and how to watch AFCON in UK?
All of the matches will be viewed live on Channel 4.
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