Nigeria vs Tunisia prediction, H2H and probable lineups - December 27, 2025
One of the headline fixtures of the second round in the Africa Cup of Nations group stage will take place on Saturday in Fez at the 'Sports Complex' arena, where Nigeria and Tunisia will battle for top spot in Group C. We offer a bet on goals in this match, taking into account the attacking potential of both sides.
Match preview
Nigeria kicked off the tournament with a narrow 2-1 win over Tanzania, but there are still some questions about the performance of Finidi George's squad. Previously, the Super Eagles lost to Egypt in a friendly and also fell to DR Congo on penalties in a World Cup qualifier. Nevertheless, the squad boasts high-caliber players, with all eyes on Victor Osimhen, who has yet to find the net in this tournament but remains a constant threat.
Alongside Osimhen, Ademola Lookman—who netted the winner in the opening game—and Alex Iwobi, the team's chief creator, play key roles in attack. Nigeria are certainly among the favorites for the title, but their game still looks raw, particularly at the back, where they have failed to keep a clean sheet for four consecutive matches.
Tunisia made a strong impression at the start of the tournament, thrashing Uganda 3-1. Elias Achouri was the star, bagging a brace. The Copenhagen forward is in red-hot form, scoring in almost every game. In attack, he is supported by Hamza Mestouri, Ellyes Skhiri, and Hannibal Mejbri, forming a potent attacking unit.
The Carthage Eagles approach this clash in fine form: three wins and a draw in their last four games, regularly scoring two or more goals per match. However, their defense is not flawless—Uganda also had their chances, and a late error led to a conceded goal.
Probable lineups
- Nigeria: Nwabali, Osayi-Samuel, Ajayi, Bassey, Sanusi, Chukwueze, Ndidi, Iwobi, Lookman, Osimhen, Adams
- Tunisia: Dahmen, Abdi, Talbi, Bronn, Valerie, Mejbri, Skhiri, Sassi, Saad, Mestouri, Achouri
Match facts and head-to-head
- Nigeria have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last four matches.
- Tunisia are unbeaten in their last four games: three wins and one draw.
- The last two official meetings between these sides both ended 1-0—with one victory apiece.
Prediction
This match promises goals, given both teams' attacking mindset and defensive vulnerabilities. Nigeria traditionally play bold, attacking football, while Tunisia are in excellent form. We expect both teams to get on the scoresheet.
