Amidst managerial uncertainty following the recent decision to appoint a foreign technical adviser, there is another news that will interest fans of the Super Eagles.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to learn their opponents for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on July 4th, 2024. The official draw will take place in Johannesburg, South Africa, at the SuperSport Studios, starting at 2:30 PM.
48 Teams Competing for Glory
The qualifying campaign will see 48 teams battling for a spot in the prestigious tournament. These teams will be divided into 12 groups of four. The top two teams from each group will advance to the finals in Morocco, making up the 24 teams competing in the tournament.
Anticipated Matchups
The draw promises exciting matchups with a mix of established powerhouses and emerging teams. Participants include reigning champions Cote d’Ivoire, and strong teams like Algeria, Egypt, Nigeria, and Senegal. Rising stars such as Gambia and South Sudan are also in the mix, adding to the excitement of the competition.
Qualifiers Begin in September 2024
The qualifiers will kick off in September 2024. The top 24 teams from these qualifiers will progress to the Africa Cup of Nations, which will be held in Morocco. Cote d’Ivoire, the defending champions, will aim to secure their spot and defend their title in the tournament’s 36th edition.