Odion Ighalo Urges Super Eagles to End AFCON on Positive Note Against Egypt

Nigerian footballer Odion Ighalo is motivating the Super Eagles to focus on winning against Egypt in the third-place playoff of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after losing to Morocco in the semifinals. Ighalo stresses the importance of ending the tournament on a high note to salvage pride.

Nigeria aims to extend its perfect record in third-place playoff matches and secure a ninth bronze medal. Head coach Eric Chell challenges the players to finish strongly despite missing out on the final.