Super Eagles go for bronze Latest News on Nigelzient! Nigeria faces Egypt in the Afcon 2025 third-place play-off on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca (kick-off around 8pm WAT). After semi-final heartbreak, Eagles aim to end campaign on high note—get the full preview, predictions, and fan vibe below! 🦅
Nigeria's Super Eagles will battle Egypt for third place in Afcon 2025 on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca (kick-off ~8:00 pm WAT) Latest News on Nigelzient. After a valiant semi-final run ended in penalties against hosts Morocco (0-0 draw + 4-2 shootout loss), the Eagles now seek to finish on a high and secure bronze—their best Afcon position since 2019.
Egypt reached the semi-final but lost to Senegal; both teams will be motivated to end tournament on winning note. Key players to watch: Victor Osimhen & Ademola Lookman (Nigeria) vs Mohamed Salah (Egypt). Match expected tight—many predict another shootout. As Naija gist site Nigelzient reports, Eagles' defensive solidity and counter-attacks could decide it.
This play-off caps Nigeria's strong 2025 Afcon campaign—group stage dominance, Angola quarter-final win, Morocco semi. Win or lose, proud of our boys!
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