Nigeria has qualified for the 2025 AFCON in Morocco with two games to spare, thanks to Libya’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali on Thursday, The PUNCH reports.
The Mediterranean Knights stunned their hosts with an 84th-minute goal from Saad Mohamed, reviving their own chances of qualifying for the tournament in Morocco and ultimately securing Nigeria’s place in the 35th
AFCON tournament next year.
The Super Eagles were scheduled to face the Cheetahs of Benin Republic at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, needing at least a point to secure their spot in Morocco. However, Libya’s victory ensured Nigeria’s qualification before kick-off, sparing them the pressure of needing a result. Libya had put the Nigerian team through an unforgettable ordeal in October.
Nigeria, three-time African champions, have now qualified for their 21st appearance at the tournament, which will take place from December 21, 2025, to…