Overview
- Nigeria won 4-2 in a shootout after a goalless 90 minutes at Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca.
- Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali saved two penalties, including Mohamed Salah’s, and was named man of the match.
- The result extended Nigeria’s AFCON tally to a record nine bronzes and a 17th overall podium, keeping their perfect third-place record intact.
- Chelle made five changes to the lineup, with two enforced by injury or suspension, as the rotated side held firm and created chances.
- The victory ended a recent run of shootout setbacks, with Chelle praising the squad’s character and positioning the bronze as part of sustained growth.