Nigeria forwards Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke have returned to Sevilla FC following their involvement in Nigeria’s successful 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign, which ended with a bronze medal finish.
Nigeria claimed third place after defeating Egypt 4–2 on penalties in the playoff match, following a goalless draw at the end of regulation time. The encounter was played on Saturday evening at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca.
Sevilla FC confirmed the duo’s return through a post on the club’s official Facebook page, welcoming both players back after their international duty.
“Our Super Eagles have landed.
Welcome back, Akor and Chidi!” the club wrote.
Adams enjoyed an impressive tournament, scoring two goals for Nigeria. The Sevilla striker also found the net during the third-place playoff against Egypt, but his effort was later ruled out.
Both Adams and Ejuke departed the Super Eagles camp immediately after the playoff match and will therefore miss the official medal presentation ceremony scheduled for Sunday, when the champions, runners-up and third-place finishers will receive their medals.
Nigeria’s victory over Egypt marked the country’s ninth third-place finish in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations, further underlining the Super Eagles’ consistent presence among the continent’s elite.
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