Egypt vs Nigeria: Time, venue and how to watch pre-AFCON friendly

Fans across Nigeria and Africa are already gearing up to watch what promises to be an intense encounter between two of Africa’s football powerhouses.

This friendly gives both coaches the chance to test tactical setups, integrate new players, and evaluate squad depth before the AFCON kicks off. 

For Nigeria, it is an opportunity to see how Eric Chelle’s selections, especially the five new additions, are shaping up in competitive conditions, particularly with several players arriving off strong performances in Europe.

• Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025

• Time: 7:00 PM WAT (Nigerian Time)

• Venue: Cairo International Stadium, Cairo, Egypt

While the match won’t count toward points or trophies, its importance cannot be overstated. It offers both sides a chance to gauge form, fitness, and chemistry, and allows fans to spot key players who could define their AFCON 2025 campaigns. 

With Nigeria’s stars in Europe hitting form, and Egypt keen to reclaim continental dominance, this encounter is a preview of the high-stakes football expected at AFCON 2025.

The broadcast details for friendly matches are sometimes confirmed closer to kick-off. Fans should keep an eye on official channels for the latest updates:

Official Confirmation: Follow the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) for final broadcast announcements.

Common Broadcasters:

• Nigeria: NTA Sports, SuperSport (DStv/GOtv)

• Pan-Africa: SuperSport is generally reliable for continental football coverage

Online Streaming: Friendly matches are sometimes streamed live on official social media platforms, including YouTube, with Sporty TV.

Tune in early to catch pre-match build-up and analysis Follow official accounts for line-up confirmations.

Engage with the match live via our social media players as we provide live commentary and highlights from the game.