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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles plot Morocco semi-final in secrecy

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Super Eagles of Nigeria have stepped up preparations for their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semi-final showdown against hosts Morocco, Soccernet.ng reports.

The 2013 AFCON champions have finalised travel and training plans as focus sharpens on Wednesday’s decisive clash.

Fresh from their controlled 2–0 victory over Algeria in the quarter-finals, the Super Eagles are determined to maintain their positive form as they move base for the final phase of the tournament.

Algeria and Nigeria during the Africa Cup of Nations AFCON match between Algeria and Nigeria at the Grand Stade on January 10th, 2026 in Marrakech, Morocco. Photo by Segun Ogunfeyitimi Copyright: xshengolpixsx

Super Eagles to move base from Fez to Rabat

The Super Eagles delegation will depart Fez for Rabat at midday on Monday, as the team relocates ahead of the semi-final.

Victor Osimhen during the Africa Cup of Nations match between Uganda and Nigeria
Victor Osimhen during the Africa Cup of Nations AFCON match between Uganda and Nigeria. Photo by Vincent Kamto Copyright: xVincentxKAMTOx

Arrival at the Rihab Hotel, Nigeria’s base in Rabat, is expected on or before 3 pm, allowing the players time to settle and recover before the evening programme.

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Closed-door training ahead of Morocco clash

Nigeria will hold a training session later on Monday, scheduled for 6 pm at the Complexe Mohammed VI.

The session will be conducted behind closed doors, with the players and coaching crew opting for privacy as they fine-tune tactical plans ahead of Wednesday’s semi-final.

Eric Chelle of Nigeria during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Amavubi of Rwanda. Photo by Akpan Nsidibe Copyright: IMAGO

Eric Chelle’s side prepares for another hostile test against a host nation, with a place in the AFCON final.

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