CAN 2025 - Nigeria vs Tanzania: official lineups

23.12.25 FT AFCON - Africa Cup of Nations

Nigeria

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Tanzania

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Nigeria kicks off its CAN 2025 campaign this Tuesday in Morocco, carrying the implicit obligation not to stumble out of the gates. Facing Tanzania, the Super Eagles know that even the slightest misstep could complicate the dynamics in Group C, which also features Tunisia and Uganda. Favorites on paper, the Nigerians bear the weight of expectation, while their opponents can approach the clash with nothing to lose and without pressure.

Historically, the edge is clearly with Nigeria. In eight official encounters, the Super Eagles remain unbeaten, with five wins and three draws. The last meeting between the sides dates back to the 2017 CAN qualifiers in September 2016, which ended in a narrow 1-0 Nigerian victory—a testament to these often tightly contested but well-managed showdowns.

Kickoff is set for 6:30 p.m. (French time) at the Fez Stadium. The official lineups were announced shortly before the match:

Nigeria:

Tanzania:

Foba Masudi, Kapombe, Nondo, Hamad, Hussein, Dismas, Mabula Msanga, M'Mombwa, Msuva, Allarakhia, Samatta

While historical logic favors Nigeria, Tanzania is hoping to seize the continental stage and upset the predictions, aiming to shake up the group right from matchday one.

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Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI |

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