Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will begin their quest for continental glory at the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations with a high-stakes Group B encounter against Tunisia.
The match will take place at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo on Thursday, May 1.
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Kick-Off Time and Where to Watch
The match is set to kick off at 5:00 p.m. local time (15:00 GMT).
Football fans across Africa and beyond can catch the action live via CAF’s official broadcast partners, including SuperSport and AfroSport TV.
For regions without direct broadcast access, CAF TV on YouTube may provide live coverage or match highlights.
Coach’s Outlook
Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu expressed confidence ahead of the match:
” We will go for the maximum points against the Tunisians and then take it one step at a time as we forge ahead.”
Head-to-Head History
Nigeria and Tunisia share a long-standing rivalry in youth football, with their first notable encounter dating back to 1981. That memorable two-legged tie saw Nigeria prevail 5-4 on aggregate, after a dominant 4-0 win in Lagos, followed by a narrow 4-1 loss in Tunis.
What’s at Stake
This opening match could prove decisive in a challenging Group B, which also features Morocco and Kenya.
The top two teams from each group, along with the two best third-placed teams, will advance to the quarter-finals.
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