The Digest:
Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has addressed his visible on-pitch disagreement with striker Victor Osimhen during Nigeria's 4-0 victory over Mozambique, downplaying the incident and reaffirming Osimhen's key role in the team despite the momentary tension.
Key Points:
- Ademola Lookman addressed his second-half on-pitch clash with Victor Osimhen.
- Lookman dismissed the incident, stating, "Vic is our number one guy, everybody knows this."
- The altercation occurred when Osimhen appeared frustrated that Lookman did not pass the ball.
- Despite the clash, Lookman has provided the assist for all three of Osimhen's AFCON 2025 goals.
- The article notes Osimhen's visible frustration has been a recurring theme during the tournament.
- It calls on coach Eric Chelle to manage the situation to prevent dressing room division.
- The incident briefly overshadowed Nigeria's comprehensive 4-0 quarter-final qualification victory.
Sources: Soccernet, Score Nigeria
