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Egypt vs Nigeria LIVE: Lineups, kick off time and where to watch the AFCON 2025 third-place game

Egypt and Nigeria face off in a high-stakes battle for third place in AFCON 2025. Stay with us for live coverage and minute-by-minute updates!

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Updated on
January 17, 2026 10:16AM EDT

**© @EgyptNT_EN/@_FrankOnyeka**Mohamed Salah of Egypt and Frank Onyeka of Nigeria.

Egypt face Nigeria in a crucial AFCON 2025 third-place match, where both teams will battle for a spot on the tournament podium. Make sure to stay tuned for minute-by-minute updates on this marquee matchup!

[Watch Egypt vs Nigeria online in the US on Fubo]

Both sides enjoyed stellar campaigns, but their dreams of lifting the trophy were dashed in the semifinals. Egypt fell 1-0 to Senegal, while Nigeria was unable to overcome Morocco in a hard-fought encounter, with the hosts securing their place in the final after a 4-2 penalty shootout victory.

This represents the final opportunity for both nations to secure a top-three finish in the tournament, joining Morocco and Senegal, who will face off in the grand final this Sunday, January 18.

10:15AM

Nigeria lineup confirmed!

This will be the starting team from Nigeria for today's game: Nwabali, Osayi, Ajayi, Igoh, Bruno, Onyedika, Bashiru, Chukwueze, Adams, Onuachu, Simon.

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10:05AM

Egypt lineup confirmed!

This will be Egypt starting lineup for today: Mostafa Shobeir; Mohamed Hany, Rami Rabia, Hamdy Fathy, Khaled Sobhy; Muhannad Lasheen, Emam Ashour, Ahmed Sayed Zizo; Mahmoud Trezeguet, Mohamed Salah, Mostafa Mohamed.

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09:40AM

Today's referees

Moroccan referee Jalal Jayed has been appointed to officiate the quarterfinal clash between Egypt and Nigeria. He will be joined on the field by Zakiaria Brinsi and Mustafa Akrad, who are set to serve as the assistant referees.

Full officiating team:

Referee: Jalal Jayed (MAR)
Assistant Referee 1: Zakiaria Brinsi (MAR)
Assistant Referee 2: Mustafa Akrad (MAR)
Fourth official: Peter Kamaku (KEN)
VAR: Lahlou Benbrahim (DZA)

09:20AM

Kick off time and where to watch

Egypt vs Nigeria will get underway in the Mohammed V Stadium at 11:00 AM (ET).

Fubo will be the primary option to watch Egypt vs Nigeria in the USA. Other options are: Fanatiz USA, beIN SPORTS, beIN SPORTS en Español and beIN SPORTS Connect.

09:00AM

Egypt and Nigeria clash in the AFCON 2025 third-place game

Welcome to our live blog of the AFCON 2025. Egypt face Nigeria today in a crucial third-place showdown, with both national teams searching for a spot in the podium!

Stay with us for key information and minute-by-minute updates of this exciting game!

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Gianni Taina is a bilingual journalist, fluent in English and Spanish, with a specialization in soccer, the NBA, and tennis. He began his professional career in 2020 with Mundo Deportivo US, where he first established himself as a writer. Throughout his career, Gianni has covered major sports events such as the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the NBA Finals, and Grand Slam tournaments like the French Open. His ability to report on real-time events and perform well under pressure has made him a valuable member of a top-tier team of journalists. In 2024, he joined Bolavip US, where he now covers a wide range of sports, including European soccer, MLS, and the NBA.

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