Nigeria's Super Eagles maintained their impressive momentum heading into the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a resounding 3-1 win over Uganda, completing their Group C campaign with nine points.
Nigeria became the first team to win all three group matches at AFCON 2025, having previously secured preliminary qualification to the round of 16 by defeating Tanzania 2–1 and Tunisia 3–2.
Eric Chele made some changes for the final group game at Fes, handing the captain's armband to Victor Osimhen and giving opportunities to marginal players.
Moses Simon achieved an individual milestone by earning his 91st international cap, while Ryan Alebiosu made his senior Super Eagles debut.
Nigeria dominated ball possession and pressure early on and were rewarded in the first half when Paul Onuachu scored to give the Super Eagles a deserved lead at the break.
Shortly after half-time, Uganda were reduced to 10 men. Salim Magula was shown a straight red card in the 56th minute for a careless challenge.
Nigeria had the advantage as Club Brugge midfielder Raphael Onyedika scored twice in the second half to put the tie out of reach.
Uganda pulled one back through Rogers Mato with 15 minutes remaining, but it proved little more than a consolation.
Uganda finished bottom of Group C with only one point and were eliminated from the tournament.
The 3–1 win sealed Nigeria's place at the top of Group C with maximum points, taking the Super Eagles into the knockout stage with confidence and momentum.
AFCON 2023 finalists, Nigeria, will face the third-placed team from Group B or Group F in the round of 16 on January 5.
