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The Nigeria vs Mozambique line-ups tab covers Africa Cup of Nations (World), Round of 16 on 5 Jan 2026 using published line-ups. It brings together the starting shapes, listed players, bench depth and coach details, so the team-sheet context sits beside the score, timeline and match stats.

Nigeria set up in a 4-3-1-2 shape with 11 starters named. The named starters include S. Nwabali, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Oluwasemilogo Ajayi, and Calvin Bassey, giving a quick read on the core of the side. The bench adds 15 substitutes, which shows the replacement options available during the match. Éric Sékou Chelle is listed as coach for this team sheet.

Mozambique set up in a 4-5-1 shape with 11 starters named. The named starters include Ernan Siluane, Diogo Calila, Mexer, and R. Mandava, giving a quick read on the core of the side. The bench adds 14 substitutes, which shows the replacement options available during the match.