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.
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