AFCON 2025: Mikel Obi names players who have impressed him in the Super Eagles team

Nigeria has emerged as a strong contender for the title in Morocco, largely due to a formidable attacking display. 

The team leads the tournament's scoring charts with twelve goals, a significant shift from the defensive strategy seen under Jose Peseiro at the 2023 AFCON.

The goals have been distributed among seven players, with Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman contributing half of the total. 

Speaking on his podcast, "The Obi One," Mikel identified Osimhen, Lookman, Ndidi, and Alex Iwobi as the players who have particularly caught his eye.

"I like to see Victor Osimhen win the highest goalscorer because he deserves it. Ademola Lookman as well playing really well. Both of them absolutely on fire," Mikel stated.

"Alex Iwobi in this tournament has been absolutely fantastic. I have been waiting for this from Alex Iwobi for a long time. 

“Finally, we can see the Alex Iwobi that we all know, playing well, everything going through him, creating chances, those passes."

"Of course Ndidi, the captain as well, the mainstay of the team, who keeps the balance. Everything is working perfectly for the team, but we have to go on now and win the tournament," he added.

Looking ahead to the quarterfinal clash against Algeria, Mikel urged the team to maintain focus and eliminate any potential off-field issues.