By Aderonke Ojo
Nigeria got off to a flying start at the 2025 Africa Hockey Cup of Nations on Saturday as the men’s team defeated Ghana 2-1 in the tournament’s opener in Ismailia, Egypt.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the result was a vital win for Nigeria in the 12th edition of the continental championship.
However, the women’s team fell 0-1 to Kenya in a closely contested match, marking a disappointing start to their ninth Africa Cup appearance.
The tournament, organised by the African Hockey Federation, runs from Oct. 11 to 18 in Ismailia.
A total of 15 teams are competing across both categories. The tournament also serves as the African qualifier for the 2026 Hockey World Cup.
Nigeria’s men will return to action on Sunday against Kenya, while the women face hosts Egypt in the day’s final fixture.
The top teams in each group will advance to the semi-finals scheduled for Oct. 16.
Finals for both categories will be held on Oct. 18. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Joseph Edeh
