Nigeria international Ademola Lookman has expressed satisfaction following his outfit third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco.
The West Africa football heavyweights triumphed over the Pharaohs of Egypt on penalties on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca following a pulsating goalless draw.
The victory ensured Nigeria return home with the bronze medal at the expense of the North African football powerhouse.
Speaking to beIN SPORTS, Lookman, who plies his trade for Italian outfit Atalanta stressed their objective was to secure the title, while expressing satisfaction with the bronze medal feat at the tournament.
“Everyone wanted to win the gold medal, we came for the trophy but it didn’t happen. We leave that tournament with the bronze medal, and that is enough.”
Lookman emerged as one of the standout performers for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, scoring three goals and providing four assists in seven appearances.
His impressive performance at the tournament earned him two man of the match awards. He is expected to travel back to Italy for the continuation of club football.
