The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group-stage action continued on Friday, December 27, 2025, with matches played across Group C and Group D, featuring several exciting encounters, Softfootball reports.
A number of teams were in action on the day, including Benin, Botswana, Senegal, DR Congo, Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria, and Tunisia.
Group D Results
Benin 1–0 Botswana
Benin secured a narrow victory over Botswana thanks to a 28th-minute goal from Yohan Roche. The win moves Benin into third position on the Group D standings.
Senegal 1–1 DR Congo
Senegal were held to a draw by DR Congo in a closely contested fixture. Both teams now sit on four points, with their positions separated only by goal difference, setting up an intense battle for qualification.
Group C Results
Uganda 1–1 Tanzania
Uganda, who lost their opening match to Tunisia, bounced back with a draw against Tanzania. Tanzania, who previously fell 2–1 to Nigeria, earned their first point of the group.
Nigeria 3–2 Tunisia
The Super Eagles of Nigeria recorded an impressive 3–2 victory over Tunisia with goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Ademola Lookman sealed the win, with the former African Player of the Year being named Man of the Match for his standout performance.
The AFCON 2025 group stage continues with more matches scheduled for Saturday, December 28, 2025, as teams from other groups clash in the race for qualification.
