Egypt and Nigeria are set to lock horns in the third-place playoff match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with both sides aiming to end the tournament on a positive note.
The Egyptian national team heads into the encounter after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Senegal in the semi-finals of the competition. Despite a spirited performance, the Pharaohs fell short of securing a place in the final and will now turn their attention to the third-place match.
Nigeria, on the other hand, were edged out by hosts Morocco in a dramatic semi-final clash that was decided by penalties. The Super Eagles were unable to convert their efforts from the spot, bringing their hopes of reaching the final to an end.
The third and fourth place match between Egypt and Nigeria is scheduled for Saturday. Kick-off is set for 6:00 PM Cairo time, 5:00 PM Morocco time, and 7:00 PM Mecca time.
Where To Watch
Fans looking to watch the encounter live can do so on beIN MAX 1, while the match will also be shown on the Algerian terrestrial channel and SuperSport Africa.
