Nigeria vs Tanzania: Kick-off Time, Venue and How to Watch Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 Opener

Nigeria will begin their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign on Tuesday when they face Tanzania in the opening match of Group C.

The Super Eagles are widely tipped as favourites to top the group, which also features Tunisia and Uganda, while Tanzania enter the tournament as clear underdogs.

PAY ATTENTION: Follow The Lagos Voice on WhatsApp channel for latest updates

The encounter is expected to play a key role in shaping both teams’ prospects in the competition.

Match details: kick-off time and venue

The Group C clash between Nigeria and Tanzania is scheduled to kick off at 6:30 PM on Tuesday. It will be the third match of the day, following fixtures between DR Congo vs Benin and Senegal vs Botswana.

The match will take place at the Complexe Sportif de Fes, a stadium with a seating capacity of 45,000, providing a grand stage for Nigeria’s tournament opener.

How to watch Nigeria vs Tanzania

Fans can watch the match live on Super Sports.

What’s at stake for both teams?

After a disappointing World Cup qualifying campaign Nigeria heads into AFCON under pressure to deliver.

As runners-up at the 2023 AFCON, Eric Chelle’s side will be aiming to go one step further this time and lift the trophy.

A convincing victory against Tanzania is seen as the minimum expectation to set the right tone.

For Tanzania, expectations are far more modest, with many predicting a group-stage exit.

However, an upset against the group favourites would significantly boost their chances of a surprise qualification for the knockout rounds.

As AFCON 2025 gets underway, all eyes will be on the Super Eagles to see if they can begin their title quest with a confident and commanding performance.