Nigeria hits 148 AFCON goals after Tanzania win - Super Eagles' legendary legacy grows

Nigeria's 2-1 victory over Tanzania at AFCON 2025 delivered more than just three crucial points, it pushed the Super Eagles' all-time tournament goal tally to 148, cementing their reputation as one of Africa's most prolific attacking forces.

The milestone shows Nigeria's remarkable consistency across decades of continental competition.

From the golden generation that captured multiple titles to modern squads navigating tougher opposition, the Super Eagles have maintained their identity as a team that finds the net regardless of era or personnel changes.

Nigeria's 148 goals represent contributions from legendary strikers like Segun Odegbami, Rashidi Yekini, emerging talents, and everything in between.

The statistic reflects not just individual brilliance but institutional commitment to attacking football that spans generations of players and coaching philosophies.

At AFCON 2025, Nigeria’s 21st appearance, that tradition shows no signs of fading. Semi Ajayi and Ademola Lookman's goals against Tanzania weren't merely match-winners, they were the latest additions to a historical record that defines Nigerian football at the continental level.

The number carries weight beyond nostalgia. Nigeria's most successful AFCON campaigns have consistently featured high goal output, proving that scoring efficiency often determines how deep the Super Eagles advance in tournaments.

As Group C intensifies with Tunisia looming, Nigeria's ability to add to their goal tally could directly impact their progression.

The Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle also understands that attacking output isn't optional, it's foundational to their tournament DNA.

With tougher tests ahead in Morocco, Nigeria's 148-goal legacy serves as both pride and pressure. The Super Eagles must continue finding the net consistently if they hope to match the achievements of previous generations who built this record.

Every goal from here forward doesn't just add to the scoreline, it adds to history. For a nation that measures AFCON success partly through attacking output, reaching 150 goals and beyond could define whether this campaign becomes memorable or forgettable.

Nigeria began their 21st AFCON campaign with victory in Fès on Tuesday evening, ensuring their goal-scoring tradition continues into another tournament chapter.