The Super Eagles are set to face Benin and Rwanda in their final qualifying matches for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON, with coach Augustine Eguavoen stressing the importance of securing maximum points. Currently, Nigeria tops Group D with 10 points from four matches and requires at least one point to guarantee their place in the upcoming AFCON in Morocco. However, Eguavoen has instilled a must win mentality for both matches, referring to them as cup finals.
Eguavoen, who is on medical leave in Belgium, has entrusted assistant coach Daniel Ogumodede to convey his commitment to winning both matches, emphasizing that they will not rely on calculations but will play for all available points. Ogumodede also revealed that Eguavoen has been scouting new talent, including Nasarawa United’s Victor Collins, whom he praised as one of the NPFL’s top left-footed central defenders.
The Super Eagles will play Benin in Abidjan on November 14, followed by a home game against Rwanda in Uyo on November 18 to conclude the qualifiers.
Editorial
The Super Eagles’ drive to secure maximum points in the upcoming qualifiers against Benin and Rwanda showcases the ambition and resolve needed to compete at the highest levels of African football. Eguavoen’s insistence on treating these matches as cup finals reflects the team’s commitment not just to qualify but to dominate the group. This approach not only solidifies Nigeria’s place in the AFCON but also builds a winning culture essential for success on the continental stage.
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As fans, it’s exciting to see this proactive mindset, where victory is the goal rather than relying on potential group standings. The emphasis on scouting emerging talents like Victor Collins further demonstrates Eguavoen’s vision for a dynamic squad that combines experience with promising newcomers. With this strategy, Nigeria is setting itself up to compete with the best, bringing fresh energy and talent to the team. Such dedicated preparation reinforces our pride in the Super Eagles and raises our hopes for a strong performance in Morocco.
Did You Know?
- Nigeria has won the Africa Cup of Nations three times, in 1980, 1994, and 2013.
- Abidjan, where Nigeria will face Benin, is the economic capital of Côte d’Ivoire and frequently hosts regional football matches.
- The Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL has produced several international players, including stars like Wilfred Ndidi and Ahmed Musa.
- The 2025 AFCON will be held in Morocco, marking the second time the country has hosted the tournament, with the first in 1988.
- Nigeria has one of the highest AFCON qualification rates, consistently competing in the tournament since the 1980s.
