Egypt vs Nigeria Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 17 Jan 2026
Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: Egypt vs Nigeria
Egypt square off against Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations third-place play-off at Stade Mohamed V, with kick-off set for 11:00 on Saturday 17 January.
Nigeria are priced at +118 to secure a Full-Time Result victory and we think these odds are too big. We’re expecting the Super Eagles to land a win against Egypt and a nice potential return is on the cards.
Egypt suffered a 1–0 defeat to Senegal in their semi-final at Stade Ibn-Batouta. Hossam Hassan's men ended up with just 36% possession and one shot on target.
Nigeria were beaten by Morocco on penalties after a 0–0 draw following extra time in their semi-final at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. The Super Eagles had one shot on goal and 51% possession.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Nigeria triumphed in the last clash between the pair. Landing a 1-0 home win when playing Egypt at Stade Roumde Adjia.
| Africa Cup of Nations | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Egypt |
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3:1 | 7 |
| 1 |  Nigeria |
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 8:4 | 9 |
Egypt have 4 wins, 1 loss and 1 draw, averaging 1.5 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 11.5 attempts. The Pharaohs have averaged 47.2% possession, 435.2 passes and 3.8 corners per match, with their opponents getting 0.8 goals from 4.0 shots on goal, 12.7 attempts and 5.5 corners.
Top goalscorer Mohamed Salah has found the net 4 times, Omar Marmoush 2, with Rami Rabia and two other players on 1. Emam Ashour has made the most assists with 2.
Nigeria have 5 victories and 1 defeat, with an average of 2.7 goals from 13.7 attempts and 6.0 shots on goal. Eric Chelle's team average 60.0% possession, 502.3 passes, 3.8 corners awarded and 3.5 corners against them, while conceding 1.3 goals from 7.7 attempts and 1.8 shots on goal.
Victor Osimhen is top of the team’s scoring charts with 4, Ademola Lookman has 3, with Akor Adams and Raphael Onyedika both on 2. Ademola Lookman has managed to clock up 4 assists in the last 6 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Egypt confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Mostafa Ahmed Shobeir (GK), Mohamed Hany, Rami Rabia, Hamdi Fathi, Khaled Sobhi, Zizo, Mohanad Lasheen, Mohamed Salah, Emam Ashour, Trezeguet, Mostafa Mohamed.
Nigeria confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Stanley Nwabili (GK), Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, Igoh Ogbu, Bruno Onyemaechi, Samuel Chukwueze, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Raphael Onyedika, Moses Simon, Akor Adams, Paul Onuachu.
Egypt vs Nigeria Prediction & Betting Tips
Take on Egypt vs Nigeria with our in-depth betting analysis, featuring an expert match prediction, scoreline advice, key player props and a value-driven bet builder.
Match Prediction
With odds of +118, backing Nigeria to win the third-place play-off looks like a solid bet. We think the Super Eagles will have the upper hand and this could be the best way of getting value.
Our Africa Cup of Nations experts like to go through the form guide, with injuries and suspensions also having a bearing on the match. Before making our football predictions, we combine this information with the latest numbers.
Key Egypt vs Nigeria stats:
The best football betting sites make it a 45.9% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 50-55%. This is why we can recommend this bet.
If you’re expecting both sides to make the net bulge, why not consider Nigeria to win + the BTTS Yes selection which is on offer at bigger odds on the Result & Both Teams to Score market.
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Correct Score Prediction
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The Super Eagles are available at +650 to secure a 2-1 victory. Many bettors enjoy a correct score wager and there are some nice potential returns to be had.
Player Prop Picks
Akor Jerome Adams (Nigeria) is available at -118 to have at least one shot on goal. In conclusion, we think that the odds offer plenty of appeal when it comes to betting on Shots on Target.
Ademola Lookman (Nigeria) has scored two goals in his past four matches. We’ll use this stat and take odds of +260 that he is able to score at least one goal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.
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Bet Builder Tips
There’s everything to like about this same-game multi including Nigeria to win, three or more goals in total together with Akor Jerome Adams (Nigeria) to have one or more shots on target.
The bet builder feature allows football punters to place a multiple wager on the same game. You can go through the available markets and cherry-pick the outcomes that you think will happen. The odds for each selection are then combined together.
Egypt vs Nigeria Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Nigeria are forecasted to have a 48% chance of triumphing in the Africa Cup of Nations third-place play-off according to the bookmakers. It leads to their latest betting odds being +108. At +285, Egypt are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.
If you want to side with Nigeria winning against Egypt, then the -0.25 on the Asian Handicap is one potential option. You can land -130 and also have the insurance of half stake returns in the event of a draw.
The Total Goals price implies that Under 2.5 is the most likely result in this contest. BTTS is always an intriguing wager to have and the Yes/No selections are regarded as being evenly-matched.
For those visiting the best betting sites, you are guaranteed a fantastic service for all the Africa Cup of Nations games. The hundreds of football markets always ensure lots of choice.
You will find Victor Osimhen at +310 to be First Goalscorer which makes him the favourite. There’s the chance to get +140 that he finds the net at anytime.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Egypt Stats
Nigeria Stats
- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 9 wins and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.00 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.83 corners awarded and 5.50 corners conceded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 5.50 corners against in the last 4 home matches
- An average of 9.33 corners awarded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 10.50 corners awarded in the last 4 home matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 4 of the last 6 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 2 of the last 4 home matches
- An average of 3.83 corners awarded and 3.50 corners conceded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 3.00 corners awarded and 2.33 corners against in the last 3 away matches
- An average of 7.33 corners awarded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 5.33 corners awarded in the last 3 away matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 2 of the last 6 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 1 of the last 3 away matches
- An average of 47.17% possession in the last 6 matches
- An average of 47.75% possession in the last 4 home matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 6 matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 4 home matches
Egypt vs Nigeria Lineups & Team News
Get the latest team news for Egypt vs Nigeria before you bet. We’ll update you with predicted and confirmed Africa Cup of Nations lineups plus current injury reports.
Egypt Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Nigeria Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Egypt Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Nigeria Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Egypt Substitutes
- 1Ahmed El Shenawy
- 15Mohamed Shehata
- 16Mohamed Sobhi
- 18Mostafa Fathi
- 20Ibrahim Adel
- 21Osama Faisal
- 22Omar Marmoush
- 23Mohamed El Shenawy
- 24Ahmed Eid
- 27Mahmoud Saber
- 28Mohamed Ismail
Nigeria Substitutes
- 1Francis Uzoho
- 3Zaidu Sanusi
- 4Wilfred Ndidi
- 7Ademola Lookman
- 8Frank Onyeka
- 9Victor Osimhen
- 14Mohammed Usman
- 16Amas Obasogie
- 17Alex Iwobi
- 20Chidozie Awaziem
- 24Chidera Ejuke
- 25Salim Fago Lawal
- 26Ebenezer Akinsanmiro
- 27Ryan Alebiosu
- 28Tochukwu Nnadi
Previous Egypt Lineups
Previous Nigeria Lineups
Egypt Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Hossam Hassan
Nigeria Player Stats & Squad
Africa Cup of Nations Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Mali | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Comoros | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0:2 | 2 |
| 4 | Zambia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:4 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egypt | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3:1 | 7 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:4 | 6 |
| 3 | Angola | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2:3 | 2 |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:6 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nigeria | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:4 | 9 |
| 2 | Tunisia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6:5 | 4 |
| 3 | Tanzania | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 2 |
| 4 | Uganda | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:7 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senegal | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 7 |
| 2 | DR Congo | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:1 | 7 |
| 3 | Benin | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Botswana | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0:7 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Algeria | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Burkina Faso | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 | Sudan | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:5 | 3 |
| 4 | Equatorial Guinea | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:6 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ivory Coast | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Cameroon | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 7 |
| 3 | Mozambique | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4:5 | 3 |
| 4 | Gabon | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4:7 | 0 |
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