Tunisia vs Uganda AFCON 2025: Carthage Eagles Crush Cranes 3-0 in Group C Opener
- Mr Football
- Dec 23, 2025
- 1 min read
The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 kicked off with a dominant display from Tunisia, who defeated Uganda 3-0 in their Group C clash on December 23 in Rabat, Morocco. The Carthage Eagles showcased their superiority, extending their perfect record against the Cranes.
Match Summary: Tunisia 3-1 Uganda
Tunisia wasted no time asserting control. Ellyes Skhiri opened the scoring in the 10th minute with a powerful header from a corner. Elias Achouri doubled the lead just before halftime in the 40th minute, capitalizing on a rebound. Achouri sealed the victory with his second goal in the 64th minute, slotting home after a parried shot. Omedi pulled one back at the death in the 90+2' to console the Cranes.
Uganda struggled to create chances, managing limited possession and no shots on target against Tunisia's solid defense.
Key Performers and Highlights: Tunisia vs Uganda AFCON
Elias Achouri — Star of the match with a brace, proving lethal in the box.
Ellyes Skhiri — Midfield dominance capped by the opener.
Tunisia controlled possession (around 64%) and fired multiple shots, while Uganda's resilient defense eventually cracked under pressure.
This result marks Tunisia's third AFCON win over Uganda, maintaining their unbeaten head-to-head record.
What It Means for AFCON 2025 Group C
Tunisia tops Group C with three points, sending a strong message alongside favorites Nigeria. Uganda faces an uphill battle but can rebound against Tanzania.
The Carthage Eagles look poised for a deep run in Morocco 2025. Stay tuned for more AFCON 2025 updates!
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