The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn into Group D of the 8th African Nations Championship (CHAN) alongside Senegal, Sudan, and the Republic of Congo. The tournament, originally scheduled earlier, has now been rescheduled for August 2025, with Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda confirmed as joint hosts.
Group Draw and Host Nations
The draw, held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi on Wednesday evening, revealed the groupings for the tournament. Each of the three host nations heads one of the groups, with competitive fixtures set to unfold across the regions.
Group A
Kenya, one of the joint hosts, will lead Group A, which also features Morocco, Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Zambia. The opening match will see Kenya take on the 2018 CHAN champions, Morocco, in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Group B
Tanzania heads Group B and will face Madagascar, Mauritania, Burkina Faso, and the Central African Republic. The latter earned their spot by defeating Cameroon in the qualifiers. All five teams will vie for two coveted slots in the knockout stage.
Group C
Uganda, the third joint host, leads Group C alongside Niger Republic, Guinea, and two yet-to-be-determined wild card entries. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) will finalize these wild card selections before the tournament begins.
Group D
Nigeria finds itself in Group D with Senegal, Sudan, and the Republic of Congo. The Super Eagles will aim to secure one of the top spots in this competitive group to advance to the knockout stages.
Tournament Outlook
The African Nations Championship is a prestigious tournament exclusively for players who ply their trade in their home countries. The rescheduling to August 2025 allows additional time for preparations, and with the tournament spanning three host nations, it promises to deliver an exciting display of African football talent.
Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda are expected to provide a robust organizational structure, with matches spread across multiple cities to showcase the best of East African hospitality and football enthusiasm.
As teams gear up for the competition, fans can expect intense rivalries and standout performances as nations compete for continental glory. The Super Eagles will look to make a strong impact in Group D and aim for a deep run in the tournament.
