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Eagles Crash Out of AFCON on Penalties as Morocco Claim Fourth Title
The Super Eagles' quest for a fourth continental title ended in a penalty shootout defeat to Morocco, falling 4-2 in the shootout after the match ended 0-0 at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
The Super Eagles' quest for a fourth continental title at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco ended in disappointment after a 4-2 penalty shootout defeat to the hosts Morocco. The match went the full 90 minutes without a goal, and Nigeria was eliminated by penalties. This marks a contrasting end to their previous three titles, with their last AFCON win coming in 2013. The team will now have to regroup and focus on future international competitions.
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