According to Nivo News, Nigeria’s commanding 4–0 victory over Mozambique in the Africa Cup of Nations on Monday was marred by tension in the Super Eagles camp, as striker Victor Osimhen reportedly threatened to quit the national team following a heated clash with teammate Ademola Lookman.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Super Eagles dominated the match, securing a place in the quarter-finals against either Algeria or DR Congo, and producing one of their most cohesive performances of the tournament. Early in the game, Osimhen scored after a well-timed pass from Alex Iwobi, assisted by Lookman, with both players celebrating alongside Bruno Onyemaechi. Lookman later set up additional chances, even leaping into Osimhen’s arms after creating another opportunity.

However, frustration grew for the Napoli forward after several attacking moves failed to materialize. Osimhen reportedly confronted Lookman on multiple occasions after the winger opted to dribble instead of passing and when other teammates took the ball into the box rather than involving him. The situation escalated when Lookman prepared to take a corner kick, prompting Osimhen to approach him aggressively while captain Wilfred Ndidi tried to intervene. Mozambique defender Reinildo Mandava was said to have stepped in to separate the two.

Following the confrontation, Osimhen requested to be substituted and was replaced by Moses Simon, despite Nigeria leading 3–0. Reports from inside the camp indicate that the striker left the pitch and dressing room early, sat alone on the team bus, and later abandoned his accreditation at the stadium. He allegedly declared he was “done” with the national team and planned to return to Turkey.

Efforts by Nigeria Football Federation officials reportedly focused on calming Osimhen, though some insiders suggested giving him space to cool off. The incident has reignited concerns over the striker’s temperament, following a previous public fallout with former coach Finidi George in June 2024.

While Lookman has emerged as a standout performer at this AFCON with three goals and four assists, Osimhen remains a fan favourite and is three goals shy of Rashidi Yekini’s all-time national scoring record. Nonetheless, the internal discord threatens to overshadow Nigeria’s progress in the tournament as the team prepares for the quarter-finals.