CHAN 2024: Nigeria vs Sudan - Date, Time, and all the key details

The Super Eagles faltered in their initial match of the biennial African tournament, succumbing to a 1-0 defeat against the reigning champions, Senegal. As the intensely contested match appeared to be heading towards a goalless stalemate at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar City, Christian Gomis’ strike in the 75th minute proved decisive, distinguishing the two teams.

Eric Chelle’s squad will strive for their inaugural victory in the competition as they face the Falcons of Jediane, who are under the guidance of Ghanaian coach James Kwesi Appiah.

For the CECAFA (East & Central Africa) team, the objective will be to achieve their first win of the tournament for locally based players, following a 1-1 draw against Congo in their opening match.

When is the game?

The match between Sudan and Nigeria is set to take place at 18:00 (West African Time) on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

NIGERIA SQUAD
Goalkeepers: Henry Ozoemena Ani (Enyimba FC); Nurudeen Badmus (Kwara United); Lawal Mustapha (Shooting Stars)

Defenders: Sodiq Ismaila (Remo Stars); Bankole Afeez (Kwara United); Taiwo Abdulrafiu (Rivers United); Uzondu Harrison (Ikorodu City); Junior Harrison Nduka (Remo Stars); Ngengen Leonard (Ikorodu City); Steven Mayo Egbe (Rivers United)

Midfielders: Adedayo Olamilekan (Remo Stars); Hadi Haruna (Remo Stars); Otaniyi Taofik (Rivers United); Akanni Qudus (Remo Stars); Michael Tochukwu (Remo Stars); Alex Oyowah (Remo Stars)

Forwards: Anas Yusuf (Nasarawa United); Shola Adelani (Ikorodu City); Sikiru Alimi (Remo Stars); Temitope Vincent (Plateau United); Ijoma Anthony (Abia Warriors); Godwin Obaje (Rangers International); Jabbar Malik (Remo Stars)

Potential Nigeria Starting XI: Mustapha, Akanni, Nduka, Ngenge, Jabbar, Adebayo, Ismaila, Taiwo, Anthony, Tochukwu, Alimi

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SUDAN NATIONAL TEAM
Goalkeepers: Ahmed Al-Fateh (Al-Merriekh Khartoum), Mohamed Al-Nour Adam (Al-Zamala Umm Ruwaba), Mohamed Madani (Al-Hilal Khartoum)

Defenders: Ramadan Ajeeb Sharif (Al-Merriekh Khartoum), Awad Zaid Gadain (Al-Merriekh Khartoum), Musab Mohamed Makin (Al-Merriekh Khartoum), Ahmed Abdelmomen Ahmed (Al-Merriekh Khartoum), Mohamed Ahmed Saeed (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Altayeb Abdelrazek (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Mazen Bashir Siembo (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Farees Abdullah Mamoun (Al-Hilal Khartoum)

Midfielders: Mohamed Al-Rasheed Mahmoud (Al-Merriekh Khartoum), Salah Al-Din Adel (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Wali Al-Din Khidr (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Abdelrazek Omar (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Yasser Muzamil Al-Tayeb (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Ahmed Ismat (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Al-Musbah Faisal (Al-Amal Atbara)

Forwards: Yasser Awad Bushara (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Ali Abdallah Hamad Al-Neel (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Mohamed Abdulrahman Yousif (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Mubarak Abdallah (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Mousa Hussein Mousa (Al-Hilal Khartoum), Mohamed Tia Aboudikin (Al-Merriekh Khartoum), Mazen Fad Al-Bahli (Hay Al-Wadi Nyala)

Projected Starting XI for Sudan: Saeed, Abdalla, Safour Daiyeen, Simbo, Taha, Boshara, Ali, Al Hassan, Taowr, Sawedy, Musa Ali

Where can one find the clash of the titans?

Amaan Stadium, Zanzibar City

This stadium features a seating capacity of around 15,000, positioning it among the largest stadiums in Zanzibar.

The term "Amaan" translates to "peace" in Swahili, representing unity and harmony; it is an ideal reflection of a venue that brings together individuals from throughout the region.

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The venue is crucial to regional football, frequently hosting matches for local teams as well as international events such as the Council for East and Central Africa Football Associations (CECAFA) Cup.

Additionally, it has been utilized as a site for qualification matches in continental competitions, reinforcing its significance in East African football. In recent years, the stadium has experienced substantial renovations aimed at enhancing its facilities and aligning with international standards.

These upgrades, which encompass improvements to the pitch, seating, and lighting, allow the venue to host larger audiences while offering superior amenities for both players and spectators.