AFCON 2025: Lookman was amazing — Bassey hails Super Eagles best performer against Mozambique

The Super Eagles booked their quarter-final spot in style on Monday night at the Complexe Sportif de Fes, producing their most dominant display of the tournament so far against Mozambique.

While Victor Osimhen netted a brace and Akor Adams opened his international account, it was Lookman’s creative masterclass that stole the show.

The Atalanta forward opened the scoring with a precise finish before turning provider with two assists, taking his tournament tally to an incredible seven goal involvements.

Speaking after the match, Bassey was full of admiration for the former CAF Player of the Year.

"Yeah, Lookman was good, he was amazing. I think he played with so much quality,” Bassey said.

“You could have singled out any one of the boys. I’m proud of everyone who played today, and I feel like everyone was amazing, so it was a good day.”

Lookman’s performance earned him his second Man of the Match award of the tournament, further cementing his status as a frontrunner for the Player of the Tournament prize.

The win ensured the Super Eagles maintained their perfect 100% record in Morocco, and the focus now shifts to the quarter-finals.

Eric Chelle's men will face the winner of Tuesday’s clash between Algeria and DR Congo on Sunday, January 10, in Marrakech, as they continue their pursuit of a fourth continental crown.