Nigeria maintained their flawless run at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a convincing 3–1 win over Uganda in their final Group C fixture at the Fez Stadium in Morocco on Tuesday.
Paul Onuachu opened the scoring in the 28th minute, turning in a low cross from Fisayo Dele-Bashiru at close range to give the Super Eagles a well-earned first-half lead.
The three-time champions controlled much of the opening half, creating numerous chances as Uganda struggled to contain Nigeria’s pace and movement.
After the break, Nigeria raised the tempo and doubled their lead in the 62nd minute. Samuel Chukwueze cut the ball back into the area for Raphael Onyedika, who cushioned his first touch before calmly finishing into the bottom left corner.
Onyedika added his second just five minutes later, firing into the bottom right corner from around 15 yards after latching onto another Chukwueze cut-back, following a quick attacking move involving Onuachu.
Uganda, already down to 10 men, managed a consolation goal in the 75th minute when substitute Okello set up Mato, who delicately chipped goalkeeper Francis Uzoho. However, the Cranes were unable to mount a comeback.
The victory saw Nigeria finish top of Group C with a perfect nine points, while Uganda ended the group stage at the bottom and bowed out of the competition.
