Nigeria Vs Tanzania: All Set For Group C Kickoff At AFCON 2025

Nigeria Vs Tanzania: All Set For Group C Kickoff At AFCON 2025

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Super Eagles will open their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with a Group C clash against the Taifa Stars of Tanzania, a fixture drawing significant anticipation as both sides aim to make a strong start to the tournament, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The three-time African champions (1980, 1994, 2013) enter the competition seeking resurgence after a period of inconsistent performances and the disappointment of missing out on the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nigeria fell to the Democratic Republic of Congo in a tense playoff in Rabat on 16 November 2025, losing 4–3 on penalties after extra time despite an early goal from Frank Onyeka.

For the Super Eagles, AFCON 2025 represents an important opportunity to restore confidence, re-establish continental dominance, and signal a new direction under renewed expectations.

Tanzania, meanwhile, head into the tournament buoyed by their narrow 1–0 victory over Guinea in November 2024, which secured their fourth AFCON qualification. Simon Msuva’s decisive second-half header booked their return to Africa’s premier competition, following previous appearances in 1980, 2019, and 2023.

The Taifa Stars have shown resilience and composure throughout their qualifying campaign and will look to challenge higher-ranked opponents by capitalising on their momentum and growing experience.

With both teams completing their final preparations, the Group C opener is poised to be an intriguing contest. Nigeria will rely on their depth, pedigree, and continental experience, while Tanzania aim to make an early statement and shift group dynamics in their favour.

Match Details

Date: Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Kickoff: 6:30 p.m. (Nigerian Time)