Nigeria and Uganda will clash in a crucial Group C encounter at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 on Monday, with the Cranes still battling to keep their qualification hopes alive.
The Super Eagles approach the fixture as clear favourites after sealing qualification with back-to-back victories in their opening group matches. Uganda, however, are under pressure, sitting third in the group with one point from two games and needing a win to remain in contention.
Head-to-Head
This match marks only the second time Nigeria and Uganda will meet at the AFCON finals. Their lone previous encounter at this stage came in the semi-finals of the 1978 tournament, where Uganda claimed a 2–1 win.
Overall, Uganda hold a slight historical advantage, recording four wins compared to Nigeria’s two, with two draws. The Cranes are unbeaten in their last three meetings with the Super Eagles, winning twice and drawing once.
Current Form
Uganda have scored two goals at AFCON 2025 and conceded four from seven shots on target. They are winless in their last five AFCON matches.
Nigeria, by contrast, recorded victories over Tanzania and Tunisia. The Super Eagles have found the net in each of their last nine AFCON matches and are chasing a clean sweep of all three group games for the first time since 2021.
Group C Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nigeria | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3 | +2 | 6 |
| 2 | Tunisia | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | +1 | 3 |
| 3 | Tanzania | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 1 |
| 4 | Uganda | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 1 |
Possible Line-ups
With qualification already secured, Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle is expected to rotate his squad ahead of the knockout stage. Players who could feature include goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel, Zaidu Sanusi, and Awaziem, as well as midfielders and forwards such as Onyeka, Dele Bashiru, Ejuke, Akinsanmiro, Paul Onuachu and Nwadika.
Other squad members available for selection include Francis Uzoho, Ojo Obasogie, Wilfred Ndidi, Semi Ajayi, Ademola Lookman, Onyemaechi, Muhammed, Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, Akoh and Lawal.
Pre-Match Comments
Paul Put (Uganda coach):
“We are facing a very strong team — finalists in the last AFCON — and they have shown their quality again. But we know why we are here. To change our situation, we must get a positive result.”
Jordan Obita (Uganda defender):
“Playing against Nigeria is special. As players, it’s a dream to face the best. We will give everything to try and get a result.”
Eric Sekou Chelle (Nigeria coach):
“Football is unpredictable. When you get chances, you must take them. Sometimes one opportunity is enough to decide a match.”
Wilfred Ndidi (Nigeria captain):
“We are hungry for this game and eager to win. Everyone understands how important it is, and we are ready to give our best.”
Match Details
Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Group: C
Fixture: Nigeria vs Uganda
Venue: Fez Stadium, Fes, Morocco
Kick-off: 5:00 pm local time (16:00 GMT)
Where to Watch
Nigerian viewers can watch the match live on SNOW TV NEWS Sport channels and via mobile streaming platforms on our youtube channel here Officialsnowtv
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