Super Eagles Ranked Among Africa's Best Ahead of AFCON
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have received significant recognition from French coach Didier Six, who ranks them among Africa's four best teams, alongside Senegal, Morocco, and Egypt. This endorsement arrives as Nigeria gears up for its 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign, following their absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Super Eagles have recently achieved a runners-up finish at the AFCON in Ivory Coast and a bronze medal in Morocco, raising expectations for their upcoming matches. Nigeria's squad includes two recent African Footballer of the Year winners: Victor Osimhen, who plays for Galatasaray, and an Atletico Madrid forward recognized in 2024.
The Super Eagles are drawn in Group L with Madagascar, Tanzania, and Guinea-Bissau, with the top two teams advancing to the finals. Their campaign kicks off on September 23, 2026, in Uyo against Madagascar, followed by a match against Guinea-Bissau on September 27, 2026.
Qualification for AFCON 2027 is crucial for Nigeria, given the recent World Cup absence.
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