Chelsea have announced the appointment of Liam Rosenior as head coach of the men’s team.
A meeting with DR Congo would, therefore, offer the Super Eagles an opportunity for redemption and revenge.
The knockout phase of the 2025 CAF Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco has gathered momentum, with several teams already booking quarter-final spots.
Yekini retired in 1998 as Nigeria’s leading scorer with 37 goals from 62 appearances, a record that has stood for decades.
“My job now is to keep the players very focused on their training sessions and their behaviour,” said Chelle.
The incident occurred in the 62nd minute when Osimhen lashed out at Lookman following what appeared to be a disagreement over a pass.
Nigeria will face the winner of the round of 16 match between Algeria and Democratic Republic of Congo.
“Ruben Amorim has departed his role as head coach of Manchester United,” the club said on Monday.
Cameroon doubled the advantage just two minutes into the second half after Christian Kofane headed home a cross from Aboubakar Nagida.
Nigeria suffered a shocking 1-0 round-of-16 loss to Tunisia in the 2021 tournament, despite being the favourites.
