AFCON 2025: Group C standings and schedule for matchday 2

The Tunisian national team kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign in style, securing a convincing victory on the opening day of Group C and underlining their ambitions in the tournament.

The Carthage Eagles claimed a 3-1 win over Uganda. Skhiri opened the scoring early in the match before Elias Achouri stole the spotlight with a brace, handing Tunisia a well-deserved and logical win. Uganda pulled one back in stoppage time.

Group C also features Nigeria and Tanzania.

In the group's other fixture, Nigeria overcame Tanzania 2-1. Semi Ajayi broke the deadlock in the 36th minute, before Charles M'Mombwa equalized for Tanzania in the 50th. Ademola Lookman quickly restored the Super Eagles' lead with the eventual winner in the 52nd minute.

Group C standings after matchday 1

Here are the group standings after the opening round:

1. Tunisia: 3 points (+2)
2. Nigeria: 3 points (+1)
3. Tanzania: 0 points (-1)

4. Uganda: 0 points (-2)

Matchday 2 schedule

• Uganda vs Tanzania: Saturday, December 27, 17:30 (GMT)
  

• Nigeria vs Tunisia: Saturday, December 27, 20:00 (GMT)

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