Nigeria's Flying Eagles will take on tournament hosts Egypt in the third-place match of the 2025 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, May 18, at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo, Soccernet.ng reports .
The encounter offers both nations a chance to end their campaigns on a high note following bitterly disappointing semi-final exits.
Nigeria, in pursuit of an eighth title, were edged out 1-0 by South Africa's Amajitas in a tightly contested clash in Ismailia, while Egypt suffered a similar fate - losing 1-0 to North African rivals Morocco.
For Nigeria , the bronze medal game provides an opportunity to salvage pride after falling short of expectations.
Aliyu Zubairu 's team had looked promising throughout the tournament, notably knocking out reigning champions Senegal in the quarter-finals. But against South Africa, they paid the price for missed chances.