Super Eagles of Nigeria kick off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign tonight with a crucial Group C opener against Tanzania at the Complexe Sportif de Fès, as the Super Eagles begin another quest for continental glory in Morocco, Soccernet.ng reports.
Runners-up at the last AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria arrive under pressure and hungry for redemption after missing out on qualification for a second straight FIFA World Cup.
Twelve years on from their last AFCON triumph, the Super Eagles know that a fast start is non-negotiable if they are to set the tone for the tournament.
Head coach Éric Chelle hands responsibility to a squad packed with European-based talent, led by captain Wilfred Ndidi and spearheaded by Victor Osimhen, who sits just six goals shy of Nigeria’s all-time scoring record.
Ademola Lookman and Samuel Chukwueze provide creativity and pace as Nigeria look to impose themselves early.
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Tanzania, meanwhile, enter the contest with little pressure but plenty of motivation. Still chasing a first-ever AFCON win, the Taifa Stars hope to frustrate their more fancied opponents and spring a surprise under new coach Miguel Gamondi.
Kick-off in Fès will reveal whether Nigeria can turn pedigree into performance and begin their AFCON 2025 journey with authority.
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