Super Eagles vs. Pharaoh: AFCON 2025 Bronze Medal Showdown

The Nigerian national football team, Super Eagles, battles Egypt's Pharaoh in the AFCON 2025 third-place playoff match. Star players like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman were surprisingly benched.

Nigeria, aiming for a record ninth AFCON bronze medal, boasts a perfect 8-0 record in previous third-place matches. The lineup includes goalkeeper Stanlei Nwabali, forward Bright Osayi Samuel, and captain Samuel Chukwueze.

Egypt, a seven-time champion, topped their group and reached the playoff after a narrow semi-final loss to Senegal.