Photo: Onuachu (right) celebrates scoring with Dele-Bashiru [AFP].

Nigeria’s Super Eagles scored a 3-1 victory over Uganda in their final Group C match this evening at the Fez Stadium in Morocco.

The win sees Nigeria finish top of Group C with a maximum nine points, while Uganda end the group stage at the bottom and exit the tournament.

Paul Onuachu opened the scoring in the 28th minute, poking home from close range after meeting a low cross from Fisayo Dele-Bashiru to give the Super Eagles its first-half lead.

Nigeria dominated much of the opening period, creating several chances while Uganda struggled to cope with the three-time champion pace and movement.

The Eagles stepped up their intensity after the break and doubled their advantage in the 62nd minute.

Samuel Chukwueze squared the ball into the box for Raphael Onyedika, who took a fine first touch before calmly slotting the ball into the bottom left corner.

Five minutes later, Onyedika struck again, firing into the bottom right corner from about 15 yards after latching onto another Chukwueze cut-back following a swift attacking move involving Onuachu.

Rogers Mato pulled one back for Uganda in the 75th minute with a composed finish over Uzoho, offering a consolation for the 10-man Cranes, but Nigeria remained dominant.

Music star Davido has emerged victorious after placing a winning bet on the Super Eagles’ opening match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

The artist had staked $25,000 on a prediction that both Nigeria and Tanzania would score during their Group C encounter.

The match, played in Fes, Morocco, lived up to expectations as Nigeria secured a 2-1 win over Tanzania.

Ademola Lookman’s decisive goal sealed the victory for the Super Eagles, ensuring Davido’s prediction landed successfully.

The music star reportedly walked away with a payout of $96,564, turning his pre-match gamble into a significant win.

The outcome has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with fans praising both the Super Eagles’ performance and Davido’s football instincts.

(The Nation)

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Nigeria ‘s Super Eagles this evening, beat Tanzania’s Taifa Stars to a 2-1 slim victory at the Stade de Fez, Morocco .

The Super Eagles started strongly, with Victor Osimhen and Lookman causing early problems for the Tanzanian defence.

Nigeria’s first real chance came in the 11th minute when Chukwueze’s corner found Akor Adams, whose shot was saved by the Tanzanian goalkeeper.

Tanzania responded with long-range efforts, but Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali kept his side on course.

Nigeria eventually broke the deadlock in the 36th minute. Alex Iwobi’s lofted cross found Ajayi, who powered a header into the net to give Nigeria a 1-0 lead.

The first half ended with Nigeria holding the advantage despite Tanzania showing glimpses of attacking intent in the wet conditions.

The second half began in spectacular fashion. Tanzania’s M’Mombwa equalised in the 50th minute, slotting a lofted delivery into the bottom-left corner.

Nigeria responded almost immediately, with Lookman collecting the ball outside the box and fired a left-footed strike past Masudi in the 52nd minute to restore the Super Eagles’ lead.

Substitutions followed as Nigeria introduced Simon Moses, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Paul Onuachu, while Tanzania brought on John, Job, and Mnonga to boost their attack.

Tanzania came close late on, with John flashing a low shot wide in the 83rd minute, but Nigeria held firm to secure all three points.

The win gives Nigeria a perfect start to their Group C campaign, while Tanzania will look to bounce back in their next fixture.