Super Eagles Player Ratings as Nigeria Defeat Egypt to Claim Bronze

Super Eagles Player Ratings as Nigeria Defeat Egypt to Claim Bronze

By Niyi Busari 

 Super Eagles secured the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Nations Cup in Morocco after edging Egypt 4-2 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw at the end of regulation time, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

After both sides failed to break the deadlock in 90 minutes, Nigeria showed greater composure from the spot, converting four of their penalties, while Egypt managed only two after missing their opening attempts.

Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was the standout performer on the night and was deservedly named Man of the Match. The shot-stopper saved two Egyptian penalties, playing a decisive role in Nigeria’s victory and helping the team redeem itself after a heartbreaking 4-2 penalty shootout defeat to hosts Morocco in the semi-final, a result that ended their hopes of reaching the final despite being pre-tournament favourites.

Below are the Super Eagles’ player ratings from the bronze medal match:

Super Eagles Starting XI

Stanley Nwabali – 9/10

Outstanding performance. Calm and commanding throughout, capped by two crucial penalty saves.

Bright Osayi-Samuel – 7.5/10

Energetic display down the flank, contributing defensively and offering width going forward.

Igoh Ogbu – 7.5/10

Solid at the back, reading the game well and limiting Egypt’s attacking threat.

Semi Ajayi – 7/10

Reliable defensive outing, showing good positioning and aerial strength.

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru – 5/10

Worked hard in midfield but endured a difficult evening, including a missed penalty.

Samuel Chukwueze – 6/10

Showed flashes of creativity but struggled to consistently influence the game.

Bruno Onyemaechi – 7/10

Defensively sound and disciplined, keeping his side of the pitch well covered.

Moses Simon – 7/10

Lively performance and composed from the penalty spot.

Raphael Onyedika – 6.5/10

Controlled possession effectively but offered limited attacking impact.

Paul Onuachu – 5/10

Found it difficult to impose himself against a well-organised Egyptian defence.

Akor Adams – 6/10

Led the line with energy and converted his penalty confidently.

Substitutes

Ademola Lookman – N/A

Came on for Paul Onuachu and calmly converted the decisive penalty to seal Nigeria’s bronze medal victory.

Alex Iwobi replaced Osayi-Samuel and also converted his penalty.