Nigeria vs Egypt: AFCON Third-Place Match

Nigeria vs Egypt: AFCON Third-Place Match

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Triple T in Sports January 17, 2026, 4:35 pm
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The Super Eagles face Egypt's Pharaohs in the AFCON third-place match. Both teams aim to end the tournament on a positive note after narrow semi-final defeats. Nigeria were edged out by Morocco in a penalty shoot-out, while Egypt fell to Senegal. The Super Eagles have a proud record in AFCON third-place matches, never losing one. Egypt, seven-time champions, will be eager to respond after a disappointing semi-final display. Kick-off is set for 5pm at the Stade Mohamed V. Nigeria's coach Éric Chelle has named a reshuffled starting XI, with Samuel Chukwueze in and key forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman rested. Will Nigeria claim the third-place spot or will Egypt's history and pride drive them to victory?


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