Nigeria delivered a commanding performance to thrash Mozambique 4-0 in their first group game of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles were in dominant form from the start, opening the scoring within the first ten minutes through a close-range finish. They added a second before halftime via a deflected shot from outside the area. The second half saw Nigeria continue their onslaught, scoring two more goals in a ten-minute spell to put the result beyond any doubt, with their wingers causing constant problems. The comprehensive victory sent a strong message to the rest of the tournament and gave Nigeria a significant goal difference advantage at the top of the group table. Mozambique rarely threatened and will need a major response in their next match. Nigeria's manager was pleased with the attacking fluidity, and his Mozambican counterpart admitted his team was outclassed on the day.