Hossam Ahmed
January 16, 2026
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), hosted in Morocco, has reached its penultimate stage as the tournament moves toward the third-place playoff.
Following the semi-finals, hosts Morocco and Senegal secured their spots in the final, setting up an exciting showdown for the title. Meanwhile, Egypt and Nigeria will face off to determine third and fourth place.
Although it is not the final, the third-place match carries its own significance. The victorious side will take home the bronze medal, while the defeated team will finish the tournament in fourth place.
Third-Place Playoff Details – AFCON 2025:
Date: Saturday, January 17
Fixture: Egypt vs Nigeria
Kick-off: 4:00 PM GMT
This match represents the final opportunity for both teams to take something away from the tournament before its conclusion, as each side have a chance to end its AFCON 2025 campaign on a positive note by securing the bronze medal after missing out on the final.
Egypt and Nigeria are the most successful national teams in Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) history in terms of reaching the semi-finals, as both secured their places among the last four 17 times including the current edition.
