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KICKOFF 2025: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR TODAY'S NIGERIA VS UGANDA AFCON MATCH
Nigeria vs Uganda: The Super Eagles look for a clean sweep in Group C while the Cranes battle for a miracle knockout qualification.
Nigeria, already winning Group C, is playing Uganda at Fez Stadium this Tuesday in the third round of the Africa Cup of Nations group stage.
The Super Eagles have won their first two games and are ahead by three points. The Cranes are last with one point because they have a worse goal difference than Tanzania, who are third.
Match preview
Nigeria is known for making hard work of easy wins. They barely managed a 3–2 victory over Tunisia, even after leading by three goals.
Eric Chelle’s team was doing great, with goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Ademola Lookman putting them in control. But then Monastir Talbi scored a header in the 74th minute, and Ali Al-Abdi scored a penalty. This gave Tunisia a chance, and they almost came back completely in stoppage time.
This game showed both how good and how shaky Nigeria can be. They've scored and let in goals in seven of their last eight games, including their 2-1 win over Tanzania in the first match of the tournament.
The Super Eagles have won seven of their last 10 games. They've also been doing well in the AFCON group stage, winning seven of their last nine games (with one draw and one loss).
Even though Nigeria has already made it to the next round for the 16th time in a row and won Group C, they'll want to prove they're still one of the best teams in the tournament with a win on Tuesday.
The three-time AFCON champions haven't won the title since 2013. Winning here could make up for losing in the final last time and for not getting into the 2026 World Cup.
Meanwhile, not many people are talking about Uganda not being in the World Cup next year. Finishing second in their qualifying group could still be seen as a good result.
Since losing to Algeria at the end of their qualification games, the Cranes have lost two of their next four matches (winning one and drawing one). This includes a 3-1 loss to Tunisia in their first AFCON game.
Uganda is playing in their first continental finals since 2019. They got their first point of the tournament in a 1-1 draw against Tanzania on matchday two, but it felt like they should have won since Allan Okello missed a penalty in stoppage time.
That means Paul Put’s team has only won one of their last 10 AFCON matches (drawing three and losing six). Now, they might be knocked out in the group stage for the fifth time in eight tournaments, so winning on Tuesday is very important.
Uganda has a good record against Nigeria in the past, winning four of the eight previous games between them (drawing two and losing two). They'll be hoping to win again here. They know they could still get to the knockouts as one of the best third-placed teams, even if they can't finish second.
Team News
Uganda didn't have any new injuries in their draw with Tanzania, so coach Put has everyone to choose from. He might change the lineup again.
The 69-year-old coach made five changes to his starting team on matchday two, including in goal. Jamal Salim was benched in favor of experienced Denis Onyango, who might stay on the team.
Uche Ikpeazu, who has Nigerian roots, is hoping to start on Tuesday after scoring the tying goal against Tanzania last time.
Chelle made two changes to the Super Eagles’ lineup from matchday one. Bruno Onyemaechi replaced Zaidu Sanusi at left-back, and Frank Onyeka was chosen over Samuel Chukwueze in midfield. Both of them might stay on the team.
Osimhen scored his first goal of the tournament last time, while Ndidi scored his first goal for Nigeria. Lookman has scored in two AFCON matches in a row.
Since they've already qualified, it wouldn't be shocking if players like Chidera Ejuke, Moses Simon, Paul Onuachu, and others get to play more.
Uganda's possible starting lineup:
Onyango; Kayondo, Sibbick, Byaruhanga, Obita; Semakula, Mutyaba, Okello; Omedi, Mato, Ssemugabi
Nigeria's possible starting lineup:
Nwabali; Onyemaechi, Bassey, Ajayi, Osayi-Samuel; Ndidi, Iwobi, Onyeka, Lookman; Osimhen, Adams
BOOTH WATCH: THE SHOCKING PRICE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN 2022 QATAR AND 2026 USA TICKETS
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defends 2026 World Cup ticket prices, citing 150 million requests and global soccer development.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the high ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup this Monday. He said they've already gotten over 150 million ticket requests during the latest sales period, which is just wild.
Infantino mentioned that most of the money from the tournament—happening in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico next summer—will go towards helping soccer grow around the world. He stated plainly that without FIFA, there would be no soccer in 150 countries in the world.
He made these comments at the World Sports Summit in Dubai. It was his first time talking publicly since the ticket application period started in early December, which caused some anger when fans saw the prices.
Some initial round games are going for $140, but the U.S. opening match against Paraguay in Los Angeles next year could cost you as much as $2,735.
The knockout rounds are even pricier. The cheapest ticket for the final in New Jersey in July is $4,185, and the best seats will set you back $8,680.
FIFA then said they'd have $60 tickets for each of the 104 games for fans of the teams playing; however, there are not many of these tickets.
You've probably caught on that there's a lot of talk about ticket prices, Infantino said before dropping that they'd gotten 150 million ticket requests since December 11, calling it absolutely crazy.
This shows how powerful the World Cup is, he added.
FIFA's been standing by its December prices. They're way up from previous World Cups and often higher than earlier sales this year. FIFA says most of the tournament's money is going to grow soccer across the globe.
There is soccer because of the money we get from the World Cup, which we put back into soccer worldwide, Infantino said in Dubai.
The current sales period is open until January 13. People can try to get tickets for any of the 104 games. FIFA says it doesn't matter when you apply; everyone has the same shot.
AFCON: FULL DETAILS ON MOHAMED SALAH’S BENCHING AND HIS LIVERPOOL RETURN DATE
Mohamed Salah is benched for Egypt's clash with Angola. Discover why the Liverpool star is resting and his 2026 return timeline.
So, Mohamed Salah is on the bench again today, but it’s not as dramatic as his recent issues at Liverpool.
The guy's playing for Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, trying to win his first title with them. They’ve had a great start, winning against Zimbabwe and South Africa, with Salah scoring the deciding goal in both matches.
Egypt is playing Angola in their last group game today, but Salah is on the bench, according to Hossam Hassan.
No one said Salah is injured. He was seen hanging out with his teammates before the game at the Adrar Stadium in Agadir.
It probably means the Liverpool star is just getting some rest because Egypt is already moving on to the next round after beating South Africa on Boxing Day.
The Pharaohs are guaranteed to win the group. The tie-breaker is head-to-head records. South Africa is the only team that could tie with Egypt's six points, so Salah’s team is finishing at the top of Group B.
So today’s game doesn't really matter for them. Omar Marmoush from Manchester City is also on the bench, which shows what Hassan is thinking for the next games.
Don’t expect Salah to blow up like he did earlier this month at Liverpool. He went off on his club and coach, Arne Slot, after being on the bench for three games, accusing the Reds of throwing him under the bus.”
After that, he was left out of the Champions League game against Inter Milan. Then he was back on the bench against Brighton—a game he thought might be his last for the club.
Who knows if that’s true? Liverpool's sporting director, Richard Hughes, is supposedly meeting with Salah’s agent, Ramy Abbas, while he’s away.
No one knows when Salah will be back at Liverpool, but he’ll miss at least two more games for the Reds.
Egypt's next game is on Jan. 5, so Salah will miss Liverpool’s games against Leeds on Jan. 1 and Fulham on Jan. 4.
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