AFCON 2023: Nigeria vs Cameroon, Osimhen Assist Lookman for First Goal, Second Goal (20)
The Super Eagles of Nigeria’s game against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon is ongoing in Ivory Coast, the host nation.
This is the eighth encounter between Nigeria and Cameroon at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Notably, three of these previous meetings occurred in the tournament’s finals during 1984, 1988, and 2000 – with Cameroon emerging victorious in each instance.
It is another tackle on Osihmen. Nigeria’s free-kick was easily taken by the Cameroonian goalkeeper.
Jan 27 11:46 PM
Ademola Lookman grabs his second goal: Nigeria 2 Cameroon 0 (Nigeria defeats Cameroon to quarter final
Nigeria has entered the quarter-final of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 with their two-nil victory against their neighbours Cameroon.
The match was held at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Abidjan. The two teams played so desperately to prove a point at the game but Atlanta forward, Ademola Lookman scored the two goals that sealed Nigeria's win, for the Super Eagles - with one goal in each half.
Lookman goals came from an impressive team effort of the Nigerian squad and the super performance of the Napoli's star, Victor Osimhen, who put pressure on the Cameroonian defense team.
It was Oumar Gonzalez, the Indomitable Lions gave the work to mark Osimhen - and this work, the Al-Raed defender did well.
Jan 27 10:50 PM
Additional ten minutes: Nigeria leading with a 2-0 win
GOAL! Ademola Lookman grabs his second of the night. Nigeria 2 Cameroon 0.
90+10′ Nigeria still keeping possession in Cameroon’s half.
Nigeria are fully on top now and Cameroon is seriously under pressure.
The ten-minute added time is almost over.
Nigeria gave it their all as the Super Eagles did incredibly well followed by assists from key players such as Osimehn and Bassey.
Bassey crossed from the left and Lookman met its first time at the near post to slide home.
Nigeria will now face Angola in the quarter finals.
FULL TIME: It’s all over! Nigeria 2 Cameroon 0
Jan 27 10:50 PM
90 minutes: Nigeria scores Lookman scores the second goal for Nigeria: Nigeria 2 - 0 Cameroon
Lookman just scored the second goal for Nigeria and has sealed the winning for Nigeria assisted BY Calvin Bassey.
Nigeria will now face Angola in the quarter-finals.
FULL TIME: It’s all over! Nigeria 2 Cameroon 0
Jan 27 10:50 PM
87 minutes: Iwobi misses a goal for Nigeria
Iwobi missed a chance to score a goal for Nigeria.
Jan 27 10:42 PM
74 minutes: Nigeria 1-0 Cameroon (Cooling break and Injury)
Two minutes ago, 78 minutes: Nwabali is injured claiming the ball after a collision.
It's taken some time to tend to his shoulder.
The referee now signals the cooling break.
Jan 27 10:37 PM
Nigeria takes 1 goal advantage as the whistle blows
The whistle blows for half-time and Nigeria has taken their one-goal advantage into the break.
Jan 27 10:24 PM
Nigeria 1-0 Cameroon: Osimhen assists Lookman to score the opening goal
Lookman takes charge of the free-kick but his effort flies high over Ondoa’s goal.
Nigeria is currently leading with a goal scored by Lookman assisted by Osimhen. Interestingly, Cameroon has reacted by putting Nigeria under heavy pressure.
The Second half is underway and immediately puts the Cameroonian defense under pressure but ends up in a throw-in for Cameroon.
Onyeka is through on goal but is fouled by Wooh just outside Cameroon’s box. It’s a free-kick to Nigeria from a dangerous position and the first yellow card of the night for Wooh.
Aina’s cross into the box is too long for Lookman and Cameroon gets a goal-kick.
Osimhen is fouled again by Ngamaleu and wins a free-kick for Nigeria which Ondoa collects.
The second half is underway and immediately puts the Cameroonian defense under pressure but ends up in a throw-in for Cameroon.
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Esther Odili (Politics and Current Affairs Editor) Esther Odili is a journalist and a Politics/Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng with 6+ years of experience. Before joining Legit.ng, Esther has worked with other reputable media houses, such as the New Telegraph newspaper and Galaxy Television. She Holds OND and HND in Mass Communication from NIJ, where she was recognized as the best student in print journalism in 2018. Email: esther.odili@corp.legit.ng.
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