Super Eagles Shine in AFCON 2025, Finish Third Behind Morocco and Senegal

The Super Eagles of Nigeria impressed in the AFCON 2025 tournament, finishing third behind hosts Morocco and eventual champions Senegal. Nigeria's Eric Chell's side showcased a strong performance, scoring 14 goals and enjoying the highest average ball possession of 66%.

Ademola Lookman stood out as the best playmaker, providing four assists. In the final, Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 with Pape Guey scoring the decisive goal.

Morocco, Senegal, DR Congo, and Comoros shared the title for the best defense, conceding only two goals each throughout the tournament.