Nigeria defeated Uganda 3-1 in Fez to complete an impeccable group-stage campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles dominated the opening exchanges, pressing high and taking advantage of the flanks thanks to Simon’s pace and inventiveness. Nigeria finished as Group C winners with a perfect nine points from three.Uganda’s quality quickly became apparent, with opportunities starting to present themselves within the opening fifteen minutes.00:00 03:11 10 secondsIn the 28th minute, Nigeria made a breakthrough. Paul Onuachu made amends by tapping home Fisayo Dele-Bashiru’s low cross after a deft team move to put the Super Eagles ahead after missing a point-blank header moments earlier. Denis Onyango, the goalkeeper for Uganda, struggled with an ankle ailment during the half and was unable to stop the first goal.
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