Uganda goalkeeper, Denis Onyango has insisted that Nigeria ‘punished’ his team because they were desperate for goals.
Onyango was unable to save Uganda as Nigeria defeated them 3-1 in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, encounter on Tuesday.
Uganda had needed a win against Eric Chelle’s side to stand a chance of qualifying for the Round of 16 stage.
But a brace from Raphael Onyedika and a goal from Paul Onuachu ensured the Super Eagles eliminated the Cranes from the AFCON.
Speaking to reporters at his post-match interview, Onyango also hailed the Super Eagles as a quality team.
“We were desperate for goals, and Nigeria punished us,” Onyango said.
“They are a quality side,” the Mamelodi Sundowns shot-stopper added.
Meanwhile, more AFCON final Group game fixtures will take place today.
Ivory Coast will face Gabon, Mozambique will clash with Cameroon, Sudan will take on Burkina Faso, and Algeria will square off against Equatorial Guinea.