The Digest:
Nigeria's head coach, Eric Chelle, and winger Ademola Lookman have been named in the Confederation of African Football's official Team of the Group Stage for AFCON 2025. The recognition comes after Nigeria's perfect start, with Chelle honored as the best manager and Lookman as the tournament's most productive attacker so far.
Key Points:
- Eric Chelle was selected as the coach of the Group-Stage Best XI after leading Nigeria to three wins from three matches.
- Ademola Lookman earned his spot with two goals and two assists, the highest goal contributions in the tournament.
- Morocco's Brahim Diaz, a joint-top scorer with three goals, also made the prestigious lineup.
- The team features stars like Egypt's Mohamed El Shenawy, Senegal's Sadio Mané, and Algeria's Riyad Mahrez.
- Lookman has thrived in Chelle's system, playing with notable freedom and creativity.
- The selection underscores Nigeria's status as one of the tournament's most impressive teams thus far.
- This official recognition boosts morale ahead of Nigeria's Round of 16 clash with Mozambique.
Sources: Soccernet, CAF Official Announcement
