The Super Eagles of Nigeria maintained their impressive run at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a 3–1 win over Uganda’s Cranes at Stade Foot Fès, finishing top of Group C with a perfect record.
Nigeria became the first team in the tournament to win all three group matches, having previously defeated Tanzania and Tunisia.
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The Eagles opened the scoring in the 28th minute through striker Raphael Onyedika, who was making his first start of the competition.
Onyedika then scored twice in the second half to give Nigeria a commanding 3–0 lead. Uganda pulled one back in the 75th minute through Rogers Mato, but it proved only a consolation.
With the victory, the Super Eagles have secured a place in the round of 16, and coach Éric Chelle’s side will aim to carry their strong form into the knockout stages.
