Dare Babalola
Nigeria’s Akor Adams opened up about his personal milestone, revealing his mum was rushed to the hospital before the Super Eagles’ 4-0 thrashing of Mozambique in Monday’s AFCON round-of-16 clash and that he dedicated his goal to her.
Adams marked his AFCON tournament debut with a goal, netting in the 70th minute to round off Nigeria’s impressive 4-0 win over Mozambique, showcasing the team’s attacking prowess.
The 25-year-old also provided the assist for Ademola Lookman’s opening goal and was involved in Nigeria’s second goal, which was finished off by Victor Osimhen.
Speaking in the mixed zone after the game, Adams dedicated the goal to his mother, whom he revealed was supposed to be at the stadium to watch the match.
“Glory to God for scoring my first AFCON goal, like many of you have been waiting for. But the goal is dedicated to my mum,” Adams told journalists in the mixed zone.
“She’s supposed to be here, but she’s in the hospital right now. She was admitted this morning, but she’s much better now.”
The goal takes Adams’ tally for Nigeria to three goals and three assists in eight matches.
He made his Super Eagles debut in October 2025 during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, marking it with a goal in the 2–1 win over Lesotho.
