The Egyptian national football team has arrived in Casablanca ahead of their third-place playoff encounter against Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Pharaohs, led by head coach Hossam Hassan, departed Tangier earlier on Wednesday and made the short journey to Casablanca as they step up final preparations for the fixture scheduled for January 17, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Egypt will be looking to end their AFCON campaign on a positive note after narrowly missing out on a place in the final. The seven-time African champions suffered disappointment in the semi-finals and now have their sights set on claiming third place as a form of consolation and pride.
Nigeria’s Super Eagles are also aiming to bounce back following their own semi-final heartbreak. After falling short of a final appearance, the Super Eagles will be determined to finish the tournament strongly and secure a podium finish in Morocco.
Both teams are expected to intensify training sessions in Casablanca over the coming days, focusing on tactical adjustments and squad selection. With two of Africa’s most decorated football nations set to clash, the third-place playoff promises to be a competitive and emotionally charged contest as both sides seek a respectable end to their AFCON 2025 journey.