Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman netted a crucial brace against Cameroon, guiding Nigeria to a resounding 2-0 victory in the AFCON 2023.
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The triumph secured Nigeria’s spot in the quarterfinals, where they are set to face Angola in a highly anticipated clash.
Lookman’s outstanding performance didn’t go unnoticed, as he was rightfully named the Man of the Match for his pivotal role in securing the win. After the game, Lookman addressed the press, expressing his satisfaction with the team’s collective effort.
“Yeah. It was a big performance from the team. We fought well from the first minute to the hundredth minute. All-round team performance, and we were strong. So, onto the next game,” Lookman remarked, emphasizing the team’s unity and resilience.
When asked about the team’s potential as title contenders, Lookman remained humble, leaving the judgment to the media and fans. “I think that’s for you guys to write the stories and to be the judge. I think as a team, we believe in each other, like I said, and we’re all behind each other. So that’s all we care about—having each other’s backs on the pitch, in training, off the field, we keep on encouraging each other,” he commented.
In response to a query about how the team would celebrate the significant victory, Lookman’s focus remained on the next challenge. “Preparing for the next game, I think we’re into the quarterfinals and we’ve worked so hard to be. And like I said before, we’re behind each other, and we don’t take anything for granted. That shows in our work ethic, how we fight for each other, how we defend, how we attack. So that’s the way we celebrate,” Lookman concluded.
As the Super Eagles look ahead to the quarterfinal showdown against Angola, the team’s confidence and camaraderie suggest a formidable force in the pursuit of AFCON 2023 glory.
