The Super Eagles of Nigeria prepare to face the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia this Saturday, December 27, 2025, in a high-stakes second Group C fixture at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Nigeria currently sits in a strong position to seize total control of the group, as a win against the North Africans would officially guarantee their progression to the knockout stages.
Both nations enter this encounter with maximum points; the Super Eagles defeated Tanzania 2-1 in their opener, while Tunisia secured a convincing 3-1 result over Uganda to take the top spot on goal difference.
Paul Onuachu, the towering Trabzonspor forward and Nigeria’s most aerial threat, has expressed unwavering confidence in the squad’s ability to overcome their rivals. The 2.01m striker, who currently leads the Turkish Super Lig scoring charts, believes the collective quality within the Nigerian camp makes them the favorites to clinch the continental title. Onuachu emphasized that the team’s ambitions extend far beyond the group stage, with the ultimate goal of bringing the trophy back to Nigeria for the fourth time.
“I think we have strong players and a good team that can really push forward to the next level,” Onuachu told reporters before the game against the North African team. “Even before arriving here, we always think about winning the AFCON.”
Head coach Éric Chelle intends to field his most potent lineup for this decisive clash at the Complexe Sportif de Fès. While defenders like Semi Ajayi and wingers like Ademola Lookman provided the goals in the first match, Chelle expects a more clinical display from his world-class attacking unit, including Victor Osimhen and Samuel Chukwueze. With the Carthage Eagles proving to be technical and disciplined, the Super Eagles management has prioritized tactical focus to ensure they secure the three points and maintain their unbeaten run in Morocco.
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