Nicolas Jackson scored twice as much-fancied Senegal began their Africa Cup of Nations bid with a convincing 3-0 win over Botswana on Tuesday, while Nigeria's Super Eagles made harder work of their opening match against Tanzania before claiming a 2-1 victory.

Contenders Senegal, Nigeria start Cup of Nations campaigns with wins

Senegal claimed a comfortable 3-0 victory over Botswana in their opening 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group D fixture at the Tangier Grand Stadium in Tangier, Morocco, on Tuesday evening.

Jackson & Ndiaye hand Senegal perfect start with Botswana win

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