The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) draw, held on January 27, 2025, has set the stage for an exciting tournament. Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been placed in Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania in the AFCON 2025 draw held in Rabat, Morocco.
Nigeria’s Group C Matchups:
- Tunisia: The Carthage Eagles have a history of strong performances in AFCON tournaments. Their tactical discipline and experience make them formidable opponents.
- Uganda: The Cranes have shown significant improvement in recent years, with a disciplined defense and a growing presence in African football.
- Tanzania: The Taifa Stars are eager to make a mark in the tournament, bringing enthusiasm and a desire to challenge more established teams.
Overview of Other Groups:
- Group A: Hosts Morocco leads this group, which is joined by Mali, Zambia, and Comoros. Morocco, with a home advantage, will aim for a strong start, while Mali and Zambia are expected to provide stiff competition.
- Group B: This group features a notable clash between Egypt and South Africa, rekindling a rivalry from the 1996 tournament. Angola and Zimbabwe complete the group, each looking to advance to the knockout stages.
- Group D: Senegal, the 2022 AFCON champions, are grouped with DR Congo, Benin, and Botswana. Senegal will be the favourites to top the group, but DR Congo and Benin have the potential to cause upsets.
- Group E: Algeria finds itself in a favorable group alongside Burkina Faso, Equatorial Guinea, and Sudan. After early exits in recent tournaments, Algeria will be determined to make a deeper run this time.
- Group F: Defending champions Ivory Coast face a challenging group with Cameroon, Gabon, and Mozambique. The opening match against Mozambique is set for December 24 in Marrakesh.
The 2025 AFCON will feature 24 teams divided into six groups of four. The top two teams from each group and the four best third-placed teams will advance to the Round of 16. The tournament is scheduled across six Moroccan cities from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.
As the tournament approaches, teams will intensify their preparations to perform at their peak on Africa’s grandest football stage.
For a visual recap of the draw, you can watch the official CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Group Stage Draw Results:
