How to watch the Africa Cup of Nations match between Egypt and Nigeria, as well as kick-off time and team news.
Egypt and Nigeria both fancied their chances of going all the way at AFCON 2025. Now, they must slug it out for third place.
Here is where to find English-language live streams of Egypt vs Nigeria, as GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game today.
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Egypt vs Nigeria kicks off on 17 Jan 2026 at 11:00 EST and 16:00 GMT.
Match preview
Mohamed Salah had a semi-final to forget for Egypt, with zero chances created and zero shots. In truth, the entire side was poor, mustering just three shots in total against Senegal, who eventually prevailed thanks to a late strike from Salah’s former Liverpool teammate Sadio Mane.
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Nigeria will still be licking their wounds after a painful penalty shootout defeat to hosts Morocco after their semi-final ended goalless after 120 minutes. The Super Eagles have yet to trail in a match in this tournament. Atalanta attacker Ademola Lookman has directly contributed to seven goals (three goals, four assists), more than any other player at AFCON 2025.
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Injuries, suspensions, key facts
Left-back Mohamed Hamdy is out for Egypt with a muscular injury.
Fulham defender Calvin Bassey is suspended for Nigeria after picking up a yellow against Morocco, but skipper Wilfred Ndidi returns after missing the semi-final through suspension.
Victor Osimhen was hobbling late on against Morocco, so naturally, he’s a doubt for this match. The Galatasaray man has scored four goals in the tournament.
Team news & squadsEgypt vs Nigeria Probable lineupsInjuries and Suspended playersFormGoal Scored (Conceded)7/4Games over 2.5 goals2/5Both teams scored2/5Goal Scored (Conceded)12/3Games over 2.5 goals3/5Both teams scored2/5Head-to-Head RecordGames over 2.5 goals1/5Both teams scored2/5Standings