On Tuesday, the final draw of the 2025 Total Energies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) was conducted in Rabat, Morocco.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are in group C that houses Tunisia, and 2024 CHAN Co-Hosts Tanzania, and Uganda.
A record 21st appearance at AFCON finals, Nigeria are three-time winners (1980, 1994, 2013) of the prestigious competition.
Our correspondent, Ambrose Ahimbisibwe, tracks down performance of Nigeria’s group opponents to battle at the 35th edition in Morocco.
Tunisia (Eagles of Carthage)
The North African opposition have a rich history at AFCON finals after group favorites, Nigeria.
Tunisia, have played a total of 83 matches, won 25, drawn 30 and lost 28 times in 21 appearances.
The Eagles of Carthage were winners in 2004, their only title that was lifted on home soil. This is the same side that eliminated Nigeria (round of 16) at the 2021 edition in Cameron.
Uganda (Cranes)
The most successful nation in East Africa, Uganda are making return after missing out on the last two editions.
The Pearl of Africa (8th appearance) have amassed only 4 wins, 3 draws, and 16 defeats from 23 matches played before in the past.
Their best finish at AFCON finals came in 1978, runner-ups behind eventual winners, the Black Stars of Ghana.
Tanzania ( Taifa Stars)
Just like Uganda, the Swahili speaking nation is located in East Africa on the African map.
Vibrant in recent times because of it’s clubs performance in CAF competitions, Tanzania make a second consecutive appearance and fourth over all in the competitions history.
In 9 matches played at AFCON finals, Tanzania are yet to register a win, with 3 draws and 6 defeats. The Taifa Stars have never progressed past the group-stages.
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