Nigeria’s Super Eagles kept their flawless 2025 AFCON streak alive, dismantling a gritty Uganda 3-1 at Stade de Fez on Tuesday, December 30, 2015.
The breakthrough came in the 28th minute when Paul Onuachu tapped in Dele-Bashiru’s pinpoint cross after Uganda keeper Onyango’s initial save. Despite Uganda’s lively opening, the Cranes couldn’t crack Nigeria’s defense.
Uganda’s woes deepened in the 56th minute: sub keeper Salim Magoola earned a red card for handling outside the box, denying a sure goal.
Nigeria pounced on the man advantage. Raphael Onyedika netted twice - 62nd and 67th minutes, both fed by Chukwueze’s magic - to seal dominance.
Rogers Mato clawed one back for the 10-man Cranes in the 75th with a cool chip over Uzoho, but it was mere consolation.
Late subs saw Nigeria unleash Zaidu Sanusi, Tochukwu Nnadi, and Akor Adams; Uganda countered with Jude Ssemugabi.
This win locks Nigeria atop Group C. Uganda’s resilience shone, but qualification looks steep. In other Group C action, Tunisia and Tanzania drew 1-1 in Rabat, keeping things tight.
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