The Super Eagles of Nigeria, seeded in Pot One for AFCON 2025, may face Mali or South Africa in the group stage. Find out the seeding details and tournament highlights.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to take center stage as they secure a spot in Pot One for the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 group stage draw. The event is scheduled to take place at the iconic Mohamed V National Theatre in Casablanca, Morocco, on Monday.
Nigeria Among Africa’s Football Elite
Being seeded in Pot One guarantees that the Super Eagles will not face other football giants from the same pot during the draw. This prestigious group includes Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, and Cote d’Ivoire—Africa’s most dominant football nations.
The Super Eagles’ placement in Pot One follows their impressive performance in the December 2024 FIFA rankings, where they ranked as the fifth-best team in Africa. This ranking underscores their reputation as one of the continent’s strongest football teams.
Key Figures at the Draw
Representing Nigeria at the draw will be the Super Eagles’ head coach, Éric Chelle, alongside Dayo Enebi Achor, the team administrator, and Sharif Inuwa, chairman of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) Technical and Development Committee. Their presence highlights Nigeria’s commitment to making a strong impact in the tournament.
Tournament Details
The 35th edition of AFCON will kick off on December 21, 2025, in Morocco and is set to conclude on January 18, 2026. Nigeria will be aiming to surpass their runner-up finish in the previous edition held in Cote d’Ivoire, as they seek to bring the trophy home.
AFCON 2025 Group Stage Seeding
The group stage seeding for the AFCON 2025 draw is as follows:
- Pot 1: Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire
- Pot 2: Cameroon, Mali, Tunisia, South Africa, DR Congo, Burkina Faso
- Pot 3: Gabon, Angola, Zambia, Uganda, Equatorial Guinea, Benin Republic
- Pot 4: Mozambique, Comoros, Tanzania, Sudan, Zimbabwe, Botswana
With this seeding, there’s a possibility that Nigeria could face strong contenders such as Mali or South Africa from Pot Two in the group stage.
Super Eagles’ Road to Glory
As the Super Eagles prepare for AFCON 2025, fans across Nigeria and beyond eagerly anticipate the team’s performance. With a rich history and an outstanding squad, the Super Eagles remain a formidable force, aiming to make their mark in Morocco.
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