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Osimhen scores hat-trick as Super Eagles trash Sao Tome 6-0

The Super Eagles of Nigeria initiated the match against Sao Tome and Principe in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers with an aggressive and offensive approach on Sunday.

Nigeria applied relentless pressure and secured the opening goal early in the game when Lookman provided an assist to the top scorer, Victor Osimhen, who capitalized on the opportunity.

Lookman, who had already assisted with the first goal, added to Nigeria’s lead by scoring the second goal after receiving an assist from Ndidi.

Osimhen continued to shine, delighting Nigerians with a hat trick, securing his third goal of the match.

The Super Eagles further solidified their victory as Taiwo Awoniyi and Samuel Chukwueze contributed with the fourth and sixth goals, sealing the win for Nigeria.

Idoko Dennis

Idoko Dennis is a creative videographer/drone pilot and sport writer. He heads the sport desk and deputizes the head of Idoma TV

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