On Wednesday 15th January 2026, in a clash of Titians, the Super Eagles took of Nigeria took on the Indomitable Lions of Morocco in the semi finals of the Afcon, a match many people believed should have a final judging but the two teams outstanding display so far at the Afcon. The Atlas Lions of Morroco emerged from the match as winners after edging the Super Eagles of Nigeria 4 -- 2 on penalties, a battle that was fiercely contested by both sides. The Atlas Lions of Morroco have now proceeded to the final where they take on another team who has also been a power house in this Afcon "Senegal's Lions of Teranga" on Sunday January 18, 2026 at the Prince Moulay Abdellah stadium, Rabat, Morocco, 20: 00 ( GMT ).
All hope is not lost for the Super Eagles of Nigeria as they still have a chance at redemption and will be contending with the Pharaoh's of Egypt for third place (bronze). The match is scheduled to take place on Saturday January 17, 2026 at the Mohammed V stadium in Casablanca Morocco . The scheduled kick off time is
4:00 pm GMT, ( 5:00 PM WAT/ Nigerian Time).
