The Super Eagles' 2025 AFCON schedule is out, with all Group C matches taking place in Fez, Morocco. Nigeria will face Tanzania on December 23, Tunisia on December 27, and Uganda on December 30, aiming for a top-two finish to advance to the knockout stages.
The Super Eagles' 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) schedule has been released, detailing their Group C fixtures in Morocco. All their matches will take place in Fez, the country's second-largest city. Nigeria will kick off their campaign on December 23, 2025, against Tanzania at the 45,000-capacity Fez Stadium.
The Super Eagles' second match will be against Tunisia on December 27, a rematch of their 2021 AFCON Round of 16 encounter where Tunisia eliminated Nigeria. Their final group game is scheduled for December 30, when they face Uganda.
AFCON 2025 will feature 24 teams, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockout rounds. Additionally, four third-best teams will also progress to the next stage. Nigeria will look to improve on their performance from previous tournaments as they aim for a strong finish in Morocco.
The Super Eagles, under coach Eric Chelle, will be targeting a top-two finish in the group to secure a spot in the knockout stages. Group C, which also includes Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania, is expected to feature intense competition, with all teams performing well in the qualifiers.
The tournament will run from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, and promises to be a thrilling spectacle for African football fans.
