AFCON 2025: Super Eagles beat Egypt on penalties to secure third place
Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Egypt on penalties on Saturday at Casablanca’s Mohammed V Stadium, securing third place in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament.
The Super Eagles won the shootout 4-2, ensuring a strong end to a difficult encounter.
The Super Eagles displayed composure throughout the match, closing out their tournament run with a hard-fought victory over Egypt, just a day before the final in Rabat.
Nigeria had earned their spot in the third-place match after a semifinal loss to hosts Morocco, falling short in a tense penalty shootout that followed extra time.
