The Nigerian national football team defeated the Egyptian team and secured third place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
The bronze match took place in Casablanca. The regular time ended in a goalless draw. According to the regulations, a penalty shootout was then held.
The Egyptians failed to convert their first two attempts. The shots from forwards Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, who play for English clubs Liverpool and Manchester City respectively, were saved by goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali.
Nigeria's first attempt was also unsuccessful. Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru could not outplay goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir.
After that, neither side made any mistakes. In the end, the Nigerians won the penalty shootout 4-2 and took home the bronze medals.
This national team has finished in third place at the Africa Cup of Nations for the eighth time in history. The Nigerians have won the title three times and have claimed silver five times.
The Egyptian national team remains the most successful in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations with seven victories.
In the current tournament, Senegal and Morocco will contest the trophy in the final match.
