"Uganda's absence from next year's global showpiece has drawn little criticism, and finishing second in their qualifying group was still considered respectable. However, since ending their qualification campaign with defeat to Algeria, the Cranes have endured mixed fortunes, losing two of their last four matches (W1, D1), including a 3-1 reverse against Tunisia in their AFCON opener. Returning to the continental finals for the first time since 2019, Uganda earned their first point of the tournament in a 1-1 draw with Tanzania on matchday two."
"Yet, it felt like a missed opportunity after Allan Okello squandered a stoppage-time penalty that could have secured victory. Paul Put's men now face the prospect of a fifth group-stage exit in eight AFCON appearances, having managed just one win in their last 10 matches at the tournament (D3, L6). A positive result on Tuesday is crucial, as they could still progress as one of the best third-placed teams even if second spot proves elusive."
Nigeria have won their opening two matches and are certain to finish top of Group C with a three-point lead. Uganda sit bottom with one point and trail Tanzania on goal difference. Uganda returned to the continental finals for the first time since 2019, earned a 1-1 draw with Tanzania after Allan Okello missed a stoppage-time penalty, and have lost two of their last four matches since qualifying ended. Paul Put's side risk a fifth group-stage exit in eight AFCON appearances but could still advance as one of the best third-placed teams. Uganda have won four of eight meetings against Nigeria. Team news indicates no fresh injuries, Denis Onyango could start in goal, and Uche Ikpeazu is pushing for a start.
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