Nigeria placed in Pot 1 ahead of AFCON 2025 Draw.
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been placed in Pot 1 for the upcoming draw of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the draw procedure on Wednesday, confirming that a total of 48 teams will participate in the official draw.
Nigeria, currently ranked fifth in Africa, joins hosts Morocco, Senegal, Algeria, Tunisia, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ghana, Mali, South Africa, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo in Pot 1. This top-tier placement highlights Nigeria’s strong standing in African football and sets the stage for a competitive tournament.
The placement in Pot 1 ensures that Nigeria will avoid facing these other top-tier teams in the group stage, potentially giving them a favourable path in the tournament. Fans of the Super Eagles will be eagerly anticipating the draw, hopeful for a successful campaign in 2025.
The AFCON 2025 draw will be a significant event, determining the groups and setting the tone for the competition. With Nigeria’s inclusion in Pot 1, the team will be looking to build on their strong ranking and aim for glory in Morocco.