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The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Egypt 4-2 on penalties to secure third place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in a thrilling showdown in Casablanca.
The third-place match was tightly contested, with both sides struggling to create clear-cut chances during the 90 minutes of regular play. Nigeria applied more pressure in the second half and came close to scoring, but Egypt’s resilient defense held firm, pushing the game to a penalty shootout.
In the shootout, the Super Eagles displayed calm and precision from the spot, converting four penalties while Egypt missed two crucial attempts.
Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged as the hero of the night, making two vital saves, including one against Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, to keep Nigeria in the contest.
Ademola Lookman stepped up to convert the decisive penalty, clinching the bronze medal for Nigeria. This marks the Super Eagles’ ninth third-place finish in AFCON history, adding another proud chapter to the nation’s rich football legacy.
