Chelsea legend Salomon Kalou has expressed strong confidence in Victor Osimhen’s ability to dominate the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The 35th edition of the tournament will run from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, with Nigeria targeting a fourth continental title.
Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 Group
The Super Eagles will compete in Group C alongside:
- Tanzania
- Tunisia
- Uganda
Nigeria will open their campaign on December 23 against Tanzania, according to ESPN.
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Kalou Predicts Osimhen as Top Scorer
Kalou, a 2015 AFCON champion with Ivory Coast, believes Osimhen is the strongest contender for the tournament’s Golden Boot.
He said:
“If I am to pick one name for the highest goalscorer for the AFCON, it’s definitely going to be Osimhen. The Galatasaray forward is in incredible form, and the Super Eagles’ group gives him the chance to start fast.”
Kalou added that early fixtures against Tanzania and Uganda could allow Osimhen to score multiple goals. According to him, once Osimhen builds momentum, “he becomes almost impossible to stop.” He praised the striker’s hunger, mentality and ability to produce goals at crucial moments.
Why Kalou Backs Nigeria to Win AFCON 2025
Kalou also tipped Nigeria to lift the trophy, noting that the Super Eagles have one of the most dangerous attacking setups in the competition.
He explained:
“With Osimhen leading the attack, they have one of the most feared strikers in world football. Add the creativity of Ademola Lookman and Samuel Chukwueze, plus Wilfred Ndidi’s stability in midfield, and you see a team with balance and depth.”
According to the former Hertha BSC and Feyenoord winger, Nigeria’s attacking trio is capable of troubling any defence on the continent.
Super Eagles Lose Friendly Without Osimhen
Meanwhile, Nigeria suffered a 2–1 defeat to Egypt in a friendly match played at the Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday, December 16. Osimhen and Moses Simon did not feature in the game, as reported by the London Standard.
The Super Eagles are scheduled to leave Egypt for Morocco on Thursday, December 18, as preparations intensify for the tournament.
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