Stanley Nwabali Wins Man of the Match as Super Eagles Beat Egypt on Penalties to Win AFCON 2025 Bronze
Stanley Nwabali was the standout performer as the Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Egypt on penalties to claim the AFCON 2025 bronze medal, earning the Man of the Match award for his decisive role in the victory.
The third-place playoff, played at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca, ended in a goalless draw after regulation time, with both sides locked in a tense and closely contested encounter. With no breakthrough during open play, the match was settled by a dramatic penalty shootout.
The Super Eagles goalkeeper denied Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, paving the way for a 4–2 shootout victory over the Pharaohs and sealing Nigeria’s bronze medal finish at the tournament.
