By Advent Shoko
Casablanca – Nigeria clinched third place at AFCON 2025 after edging Egypt 4-2 in a nail-biting penalty shootout at Stade Mohamed V. The match ended 0-0 after regulation and extra time, with both teams unable to break the deadlock despite multiple chances and tactical changes.
In the shootout, Nigeria’s Akor Adams, Moses Simon, Alex Iwobi, and Ademola Lookman scored confidently from the spot, while goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali saved Salah and Marmoush’S penalties. Egypt’s Ramy Rabia and Mahmoud Saber converted, but misses from Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush sealed the Super Eagles’ victory.
The game saw tactical substitutions from both sides, with Nigeria’s Alex Iwobi and Ademola Lookman injecting fresh attacking energy and Egypt responding with Mahmoud Saber and Omar Marmoush. Yellow cards went to Moses Simon and Paul Onuachu, adding to the match intensity.
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For Nigeria, this win boosts morale after a tough AFCON campaign and underscores their resilience in high-pressure moments. Egypt, meanwhile, will rue missed opportunities and defensive lapses.
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