AFCON 2025: Victor Osimhen Warns Senegal, Morocco, Egypt as Super Eagles Declare Fearless Intent

Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has fired a bold warning to Africa’s traditional heavyweights, including Senegal, Morocco, and Egypt, insisting that Nigeria are fully prepared and unafraid of any opponent at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Speaking with confidence, the Galatasaray forward backed the Super Eagles as genuine title contenders, stressing that the team possess the quality, mentality, and hunger required to go all the way in the tournament.

“I see my country as one of the favourites,” Osimhen said.
“We are one of the most feared teams in this tournament. Any team can come and play us.”

Osimhen acknowledged the competitiveness of AFCON but maintained that Nigeria have the tools to dominate when it matters most.

“If they are good, they can go through. But if they are not, we can trample on any team because we have the quality to hurt any big or strong side here.”

The forward emphasised that while the Super Eagles respect every opponent, fear has no place in the Nigerian camp.

“We respect every team that makes it to the next round, but whoever we meet will feel the fighting spirit of Nigeria. We are not scared of anybody.”

Looking ahead to the knockout phase, Osimhen admitted the challenge will intensify but expressed confidence in the squad’s readiness.

“The round of 16 will be tougher than the group stage, but the boys are ready to give everything.

“This trophy has stayed away from Nigeria for too long, and every training session we remind ourselves why we are here — to win it.”

He concluded by underlining his personal determination and the collective ambition within the squad.

“I want it as badly as every other country here, just like my teammates. That is why we come together every day, to make sure we achieve this goal.”

Nigeria last won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2013, and Osimhen’s words underline a Super Eagles squad determined to end that long wait for continental glory.

Samuel Ahmadu

Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. On the back of domestic engagement since 2008, he began his international career journey at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014. Prior to his role at Goal.com, Samuel freelanced for various print and broadcast media outlets in Nigeria, including Graphics Newspaper, Radio Nigeria, Grace FM, and Savid Newspaper. His extensive experience and expertise led to his appointment to the Nigeria Football Federation's Standing Committee on Women's Football Development from 2016 to 2018. Since February 2018, Samuel has been the Social Media Manager for Nigeria's women's national teams.In 2019, Samuel joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as a women's football content contributor and was promoted to Women's Football Editor in 2021. His contributions to women's football continued as he worked as a Media Consultant for Content Creation and Editorials at the 2022 CAF Women's Champions League. Currently, Samuel also serves as the spokesman for the Nigeria Women Football League, further solidifying his influence and dedication to the growth of women's football in Africa.

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