Super Eagles Draw Tunisia, Uganda, And Tanzania In AFCON 2025 Group Stage.
The Nigerian national football team, popularly known as the Super Eagles, have been drawn into Group C for the upcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, set to be hosted in Morocco.
The draw was announced in a ceremony some moments ago, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling tournament. Nigeria will face off against Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania in their group. Here’s how the groups shape up:
Group A:
Morocco
Mali
Zambia
Comoros
Group B:
Egypt
South Africa
Angola
Zimbabwe
Group C:
Nigeria
Tunisia
Uganda
Tanzania
Group D:
Senegal
DR Congo
Benin Republic
Botswana
Group E:
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Equatorial Guinea
Sudan
Group F:
Ivory Coast
Cameroon
Gabon
Mozambique
The Super Eagles, with their rich history in the tournament, are set to take on a tricky group. Tunisia, a major threat in African football, will provide a stern test, while Uganda and Tanzania are not to be underestimated, having shown significant improvement in recent years.
Nigeria’s newly appointed coach Éric Chelle, whose strategies will be pivotal, commented, “We respect all our opponents. Each team in our group has the potential to surprise on any given day, but we will be preparing meticulously to ensure we top our group.”
Football fans across Nigeria are buzzing with anticipation. The draw has set the scene for a captivating battle for supremacy in African football, with the Super Eagles aiming to soar high in Morocco.
The tournament, which is expected to draw millions of viewers worldwide as usual, will not only be a showcase of football talent but also a celebration of African unity and culture. Dates for the matches will be confirmed shortly, with the opening match scheduled to kick off the festivities.
Stay tuned for more updates on team preparations, player news, and all the excitement leading up to AFCON 2025.