Egypt vs Nigeria | Stade Mohammed V | AFCON 2025 Third-Place

The battle for bronze in the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025! After heartbreaking semi-final defeats, the Pharaohs (Egypt) and Super Eagles (Nigeria) clash at Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca for third place. Egypt seek to end their campaign on a high after a 1-0 loss to Senegal, while Nigeria aim to salvage pride following a 0-0 draw and 4-2 penalty shootout defeat to hosts Morocco.

Tournament Journey

Egypt (Pharaohs) topped their group and advanced with flair, eliminating defending champions Ivory Coast in the quarter-finals (3-2 win, Mohamed Salah key). Their semi-final run ended narrowly against Senegal (1-0), ending a 15-match unbeaten streak at AFCON (W7 D8).

Nigeria (Super Eagles) were the tournament's highest scorers (14 goals before semis) with a perfect record until the last four. They crushed Mozambique 4-0 in round of 16 and Algeria 2-0 in quarters but couldn't break Morocco's defense in the semi (0-0, lost on pens).

Both teams fell short of the final (Morocco vs Senegal), but third place offers a medal and pride.

Recent Form (AFCON 2025):

• Egypt: W-W-W-L (semi loss to Senegal)

• Nigeria: W-W-W-L (semi loss to Morocco on pens)

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Team News and Predicted Lineups

Egypt (Pharaohs): Mohamed Hamdi remains doubtful after missing the semi. Trezeguet fit again. Coach Hossam Hassan may rotate slightly, but Mohamed Salah (key goal threat) and Omar Marmoush expected to start.

Predicted Egypt XI (4-2-3-1): Mohamed El Shenawy; Mohamed Hany, Rami Rabia, Yasser Ibrahim, others; Marwan Attia, Hamdy Fathy; Ibrahim Adel, Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush; others.

Nigeria (Super Eagles): Calvin Bassey suspended (yellow cards). Wilfried Ndidi returns from suspension. Victor Osimhen hobbled in semi but likely fit; Cyriel Dessers out (ankle). Eric Chelle reshuffles defense.

Predicted Nigeria XI (4-3-3): Stanley Nwabali; Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, others; Frank Onyeka, Wilfried Ndidi, Alex Iwobi; Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen, Samuel Chukwueze.

Head-to-Head Record

Nigeria hold a slight edge recently, but matches are often tight. Egypt won the 2019 AFCON semi-final 2-1 (Mahrez late free-kick). Overall: Competitive, with draws and narrow wins common.

Key Stats:

• Nigeria strong in third-place matches (won 8 times, most in AFCON).

• Egypt finished third three times historically.

• Recent clashes low-scoring; expect tactical battle.

Match Prediction and Betting Tips

A pride-driven game with fatigue and suspensions key. Egypt's experience vs Nigeria's attack – likely low-scoring with extra motivation for bronze.

Our Prediction: Egypt 1-1 Nigeria (Egypt win on penalties or narrow margin) Pharaohs edge it for bronze; Salah makes difference.

Best Betting Tips (odds approx. as of Jan 17, 2026):

• Risky Bet: Draw

• Main Bet: Under 2.5 Goals

• Bet on Both Teams to Score - No

• Bet on anytime scorer Mohamed Salah

• Bet on Double chance: Egypt or Nigeria

This Egypt vs Nigeria AFCON 2025 third-place play-off is a chance for redemption – who claims bronze in Casablanca? Drop your score prediction on "Post your Tips" section ✍️

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