Lookman scored a brace against Benin and won the man of the match.
Ademola Lookman has expressed his delight after the Super Eagles' impressive 3-0 win over the Benin Republic in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
Atalanta striker Ademola Lookman gave Nigeria the lead with a stunning solo goal in first-half stoppage time, before Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray's new signing, extended the advantage with a well-taken goal in the 78th minute.
15:08 - 08.09.2024
He deserves to win — Ronaldo backs 'spectacular' talent for 2024 Ballon d'Or
Ademola Lookman, Rodri, Vinicius Junior, and more have been nominated for the 2024 Ballon d'Or, but who will win the prestigious award?
Lookman then added his second by heading in a cross from Moses Simon, completing an impressive performance.
PAY ATTENTION: FOLLOW BETTING PROF ON TELEGRAM.
Lookman celebrates Super Eagles' victory against Benin Republic
His impressive performance against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic earned him the Man of the Match award.
Taking to social media, he wrote, "Take off ⚽️ ⚽️ ✔️"
After representing England at under-19 and under-21 levels, Lookman made his senior debut for Nigeria in 2022.
Meanwhile, the Super Eagles have landed in Kigali for their matchday two encounter against Rwanda.
18:30 - 08.09.2024
Super Eagles of Nigeria land in Kigali to face Rwanda in 2025 AFCON qualifier
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are now in Kigali for the 2025 AFCON qualifier against Rwanda.
A chartered aircraft that had taken off from the Victor Attah International Airport earlier in the day and landed at the Kigali Airport at dawn was used to transport the group of players and officials to East Africa.