Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu has delivered a confident assessment of Nigeria’s ambitions as they prepare for a high-stakes encounter with Tunisia this Saturday night. The Trabzonspor striker believes the current squad possesses the necessary depth and tactical quality to secure the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations trophy in Morocco, especially after the heartbreak of their second-place finish in the previous edition.
In a comprehensive pre-match interview, the prolific attacker noted that while the team respects the pedigree of their North African opponents, the Super Eagles identify as a premier force on the continent capable of dictating the terms of the tournament.
Nigeria enters this Matchday 2 fixture with significant momentum, currently tied with Tunisia at the summit of Group C. A victory for the West African giants at the Complexe Sportif de Fès would propel them to six points and effectively clinch their passage into the knockout rounds.
Onuachu highlighted that the squad maintains a champion’s mentality, focusing on the ultimate prize rather than the noise surrounding individual matchday content. He remains adamant that the collective strength of the 2025 roster provides a platform for Nigeria to surpass their recent achievements and reclaim their status as Africa’s champions.
“Nigeria is a big country. Of course, Tunisia is also a football nation, but I think we’ve good players and a good squad to really take it to the next level,” Onuachu said during his media appearance. “I think there are a lot of strong teams. I am not going to say Saturday’s game with me for the content. Even already coming here, we’ve it in the back of our mind that we’re here to win the AFCON.”
The battle for supremacy in Group C remains the centerpiece of the Saturday schedule, as both the Super Eagles and the Carthage Eagles seek to maintain their perfect records. Onuachu’s comments reflect the heightened resolve within the Nigerian camp to resolve unfinished business from the 2023 tournament. As head coach Éric Chelle finalizes his starting XI, the presence of experienced figures like Onuachu ensures the team stays grounded while pursuing their primary objective of securing Nigeria’s fourth continental title on North African soil.
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