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Super Eagles finish their Group C campaign on a high at the Africa Cup of Nations

At the double: Raphael Onyedika scored twice in five minutes for Nigeria against Uganda at AFCON

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Nigeria enjoyed a stress-free final group stage outing as they beat Uganda 3-1 at the Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles went into Tuesday’s match having already secured a place in the AFCON last 16 with a game to spare, having followed a nervy 2-1 opening win over Tanzania with a dramatic 3-2 victory against Tunisia at the weekend in which they almost blew a three-goal lead. But Eric Chelle’s side held on to mean they would finish as Group C winners regardless of what happened in the final round of fixtures.

Nigeria made eight changes against Uganda with their fate already decided, though star striker Victor Osimhen started and played 87 minutes despite being only one yellow card away from suspension. Chelle wanted to keep momentum high and ensure a more convincing result after receiving criticism in the aftermath of nearly collapsing late on against Tunisia, getting his wish as Raphael Onyedika scored twice in quick succession in the second half to add to Paul Onuachu’s earlier strike.

Uganda finish bottom of the group and head home early after a 1-1 draw between Tunisia and Tanzania in Rabat saw both teams go through, though Rogers Mato did at least net a late consolation goal for the Cranes after goalkeeper Salim Magoola - a half-time replacement for injured captain Denis Onyango - was sent off for handling the ball outside his area. Follow Uganda vs Nigeria live below!