Nigeria’s Super Eagles take on Uganda this Tuesday at Complexe Sportif de Fès, looking to complete a flawless group stage with three straight wins after already booking their place in the AFCON knockout rounds.
Dominant Run So Far
The Eagles topped Group C with back-to-back victories:
- 2–1 against Tanzania
- 3–2 thriller over Tunisia
Six points guarantee first place, no matter today’s outcome.
Chelle Plans Rotation
With qualification secured, coach Éric Chelle is set to shake up the lineup to protect key players and test squad depth.
Expected changes:
- Rest stars on yellow-card watch: Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Semi Ajayi and keeper Stanley Nwabali
- Starts likely for Francis Uzoho, Moses Simon and Paul Onuachu
- Caution for minor injuries to Nwabali (knee) and Frank Onyeka (ankle)
Chelle hinted at “surprises” in his team sheet to keep everyone fresh for the Round of 16.
Uganda’s Do-or-Die Mission
The Cranes, coached by Paul Put, have only one point from a draw with Tanzania and a loss to Tunisia. A win today plus favourable results elsewhere is their only path to the knockouts.
Put remains defiant: “In football, anything can happen.”
Match Info
- Date: Tuesday, 30 December 2025
- Kick-off: 4:00 PM GMT / 5:00 PM Nigerian time
- Venue: Complexe Sportif de Fès, Morocco
- TV: SuperSport, SABC, Canal+
Nigeria chase momentum; Uganda chase survival. Expect an open, intense clash.
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