Get real-time updates from the Nigeria vs Tanzania Group C clash at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, as the Super Eagles begin their continental campaign.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are facing Tanzania’s Taifa Stars in their opening Group C fixture of the 2025 AFCON, currently underway in Fes, Morocco. The encounter marks Nigeria’s first step in a campaign widely seen as a chance for redemption following their failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ejes Gist News reports that head coach Eric Chelle named a strong and attacking starting XI, underlining Nigeria’s intent to secure all three points against a disciplined Tanzanian side.
Below are live, minute-by-minute updates from the match.
Match Details
- Fixture: Nigeria vs Tanzania
- Competition: AFCON 2025
- Group: C
- Venue: Fes, Morocco
- Nigeria Goals: Semi Ajayi, Ademola Lookman
- Tanzania Goals: One goal (equaliser)
Nigeria vs Tanzania Live Match Updates
95′ The game is still 2-1 despite Nigeria’s continued dominance in the match!
67′ Osimhen gets a through ball. His shot is not strong enough to beat the keeper!
59’
Substitutions for Nigeria as Coach Eric Chelle refreshes the attack.
- On: Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Moses Simon
- Off: Samuel Chukwueze, Akor Adams
52’ – GOAL (Nigeria 2-1 Tanzania)
Nigeria restore their lead. Ademola Lookman unleashes a powerful strike from outside the penalty area, leaving the Tanzanian goalkeeper with no chance. The Super Eagles are back in front.
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50’ – GOAL (Nigeria 1-1 Tanzania)
Tanzania equalise shortly after the restart with a swift and clinical finish, punishing a brief lapse in Nigeria’s defensive organisation.
46’
Second half underway. No changes for Nigeria. Victor Osimhen finds the net early, but the goal is ruled out for offside after a quick check.
45’
Half-time whistle. Nigeria head into the break with a 1-0 advantage after a dominant first-half display.
First Half Highlights
37’ – GOAL (Nigeria 1-0 Tanzania)
The Super Eagles break the deadlock. Semi Ajayi rises highest to power home an Alex Iwobi cross, giving Nigeria a deserved lead.
35’
Victor Osimhen rounds the goalkeeper, but a Tanzanian defender clears the ball off the line to deny Nigeria a second goal.
30’
Half an hour played. Nigeria control possession and territory but are still searching for greater cutting edge in the final third.
20’
Despite sustained early pressure, the Super Eagles struggle to convert chances into goals.
13’
Tanzania threaten with a rare attacking move, but the acrobatic effort is comfortably saved by Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali.
10’
Akor Adams strikes the woodwork from a corner kick, with Tanzania narrowly escaping. Adams later receives treatment after a challenge.
05’
Samuel Chukwueze fires a shot straight at the Tanzanian goalkeeper as Nigeria continue to probe.
02’
Zaidu Sanusi delivers an early cross into the box, but no Nigerian attacker is able to connect.
01’
Kick-off in Fes. The match is underway.
Tactical Overview
Nigeria have dominated possession for large spells, using width through Chukwueze and Sanusi while relying on Osimhen’s movement to stretch the Tanzanian backline. Tanzania, on the other hand, have adopted a deep defensive shape, looking to capitalise on counter-attacks and set-piece situations.
The introduction of Moses Simon and Dele-Bashiru adds pace and directness as Nigeria push to secure control of the match.
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