Egypt and Nigeria face off on January 17 in the third-place playoff of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Both teams were eliminated in the semi-finals and now seek to secure a podium finish.
Match Overview
The matchup comes after Egypt’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Senegal in the semi-finals. Nigeria also experienced heartbreak, exiting the tournament via a penalty shootout against Morocco.
Team Performance
- Egypt: Led Group B, defeating Benin and Ivory Coast in earlier knockout rounds.
- Nigeria: Dominated the group stage and won against Mozambique and Algeria.
Key Players to Watch
Historically, encounters between Egypt and Nigeria have been closely contested. In their latest matchup in December 2025, Egypt emerged victorious with a 2-1 scoreline. Key players for each team include:
- Egypt: Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush bring experience and skill to the squad.
- Nigeria: Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman provide youthful energy and offensive prowess.
Broadcast Information
The Egypt-Nigeria match will kick off at 5 PM on January 17 and will be broadcast live on beIN Sports 2. Fans can also stream the game via the broadcaster’s platform.
Potential Lineups
| Egypt | Nigeria |
|---|---|
| El Shenawy | Nwabali |
| Fatouh | Osayi-Samuel |
| Rabia | Ajayi |
| Ibrahim | Bassey |
| Hany | Onyemaechi |
| Abdelmaguid | Onyeka |
| Fathi | Onyedika |
| Attia | Iwobi |
| Ashour | Osimhen |
| Salah | Lookman |
| Marmoush | Adams |
This exciting encounter promises to provide fans with a thrilling display of African football talent.
