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AFCON 2025: Group C Preview – Nigeria, Tunisia, Uganda, Tanzania

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December 8, 2025

AFCON 2025: Group C Preview – Nigeria, Tunisia, Uganda, Tanzania

Group C promises contrasting ambitions and intriguing storylines as Nigeria, Tunisia, Uganda and Tanzania prepare to battle for glory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON.

Nigeria arrive in Morocco with something to prove. After the dual disappointment of missing the 2026 World Cup and falling short in the 2024 AFCON final, the Super Eagles enter this tournament on a mission of restoration. Their squad remains one of Africa’s most talented, and expectations from home will be nothing short of a deep run.

Tunisia, meanwhile, come in with momentum and belief. Their flawless World Cup qualification campaign and a recent creditable draw against Brazil signal a team growing in confidence and cohesion.

The Carthage Eagles will see Group C as an opportunity to underline their consistency on the continental

stage.

Uganda and Tanzania complete the picture as teams eager to shake up the group. Uganda’s structured, energetic style and Tanzania’s hunger to end a long winless streak ensure that Group C will not be a two-horse race.

Nigeria

For Nigeria, AFCON 2025 represents a reset. Their absence from the World Cup cast a shadow over the national team, but the quality at their disposal remains undeniable. With Europe-based stars across every line, the Super Eagles possess power, pace and individual brilliance.

Victor Osimhen leads the attack once again, supported by an emerging generation that adds depth and unpredictability. Nigeria’s success could hinge on their ability to control games from midfield and avoid defensive lapses that proved costly in previous tournaments.

Their opening clash against Tanzania offers a chance to assert dominance early.

Tunisia

Tunisia enter the tournament with quiet confidence and proven form. Their impressive World Cup qualification — topped off with a morale-boosting draw against Brazil — has reinforced the sense that this squad is capable of challenging any team on the continent.

Built on tactical discipline and technical precision, Tunisia thrive in structured environments. Their midfield provides composure, while their attack relies on sharp movement and efficient finishing. The meeting with Nigeria is likely to be one of the standout fixtures of the group stage.

Uganda

Uganda return to Africa’s biggest stage determined to show they can compete with the continent’s elite. The Cranes bring energy, physical strength and one of the most disciplined defensive units among AFCON’s underdog nations.

Their transitions are quick, and their ability to stay organised against higher-ranked opposition gives them an outside chance of progressing. If they can make the most of key moments, Uganda could be the group’s surprise package.

Their match against Tanzania may be decisive.

Tanzania

Tanzania approach AFCON 2025 as a team eager to rediscover its rhythm. After going over a year without a win, the Taifa Stars are under pressure to find confidence early in the tournament.

Despite their challenges, several players offer flashes of creativity and resilience. Tanzania will need defensive discipline and clinical execution in front of goal to challenge for points. Taking something from their opener against Nigeria would transform their campaign.