AFCON 2025: Super Eagles will push hard to beat Egypt – Bassey

Calvin Bassey has reflected on the Super Eagles’ semi-final defeat to the Atlas Lions of Morocco, and insisted that the team will go all out to secure third position, DAILY POST reports.

Bassey was one of the top performers for the Super Eagles in the defeat to the hosts in Rabat on Wednesday night.

The Fulham defender completely shut out Morocco dangerman, Ayoub El Kaabi in the game.

Reacting to Nigeria’s failure to reach the final of the AFCON, Bassey expressed pride with  the team’s performance.

The 26-year-old also insisted that the Super Eagles will fight to win the third-place match against Egypt.

“We thank God in all situations. A gutting way to end the tournament. The support & togetherness we’ve felt has been special. Sorry we couldn’t take it all the way, we fought and gave it our all. We’ll build on this. Not finished yet though, we still have something to push for,” Bassey wrote on X.

The Super Eagles will face the Pharaohs of Egypt in the third-place match at the Mohammed V Sports Complex,Casablanca on Saturday.

Bassey will miss the clash with Hossam Hassan’s side due to suspension.

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles will push hard to beat Egypt – Bassey