The Nigeria Super Eagles are ahead of Uganda Cranes 1-0 in the Group C contest at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations by the half-time break.
Paul Ebere Onuachu’s 28th goal gave Eric Sekou Chelle’s coached side the lead by the mandatory break at the Complexe Sportif De Morocco Fes on Tuesday evening.
The Trabzonspor forward tapped home from close range after a well-laid ball from Lazio’s Faruq Dele Bashiru.
The Nigerians have been dominant with countless attacks, where Uganda Cranes goalkeeper Denis Onyango made some pinpoint saves.
Onyango has also been unwell for long spells of the opening half, requiring medical attention on three different occasions.
Uganda Cranes have wasted several set-piece opportunities through Rogers Kassim Mato, Bobosi Byaruhanga and Denis Omedi.
The second half will present opportunities for the substitutes to show their full potential when introduced.