The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn against Benin Republic, Rwanda, and Libya in Group D for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers. This draw offers Nigeria an early chance to avenge their recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying defeat to the Benin Republic. Both teams will face each other again in the reverse fixture of the World Cup qualifiers in October 2025, but they will first meet in the AFCON qualifiers later this year.
The draw, conducted in Johannesburg, South Africa, places Nigeria alongside familiar foes Rwanda, who are also in their World Cup qualifying group. The qualifying matches for AFCON 2025 will take place over six fixtures spread across the FIFA windows in September, October, and November.
Group D Teams:
- Nigeria
- Benin Republic
- Libya
- Rwanda
The 35th Africa Cup of Nations is scheduled to take place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.
Other Groups:
Group A: Tunisia, Madagascar, Comoros, The Gambia
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Group B: Morocco, Gabon, Central African Republic, Lesotho
Group C: Egypt, Cape Verde, Mauritania, Botswana
Group E: Algeria, Equatorial Guinea, Togo, Liberia
Group F: Ghana, Angola, Sudan, Niger Republic
Group G: Cote dโIvoire, Zambia, Sierra Leone, Chad
Group H: DR Congo, Guinea, Tanzania, Ethiopia
Group I: Mali, Mozambique, Guinea Bissau, Eswatini
Group J: Cameroon, Namibia, Kenya, Zimbabwe
Group K: South Africa, Uganda, Congo, South Sudan
Group L: Senegal, Burkina Faso, Malawi, Burundi
Editorial
The draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers presents an exciting challenge for the Super Eagles. Being grouped with Benin Republic, Rwanda, and Libya, Nigeria will face both familiar and competitive opponents. This group offers an opportunity for Nigeria to demonstrate their strength and resilience, especially after their recent World Cup qualifying defeat to Benin Republic.
The double fixtures against Benin Republic and Rwanda, covering both the World Cup and AFCON qualifiers, will be crucial in determining Nigeria’s path in both tournaments. The Super Eagles must capitalize on these matches to build momentum and secure their place in Morocco for the AFCON 2025.
Coach Randy Waldrum and his team will need to focus on strategic planning, intensive training, and thorough analysis of their opponents to ensure successful outcomes in these qualifiers. The fans’ support and the team’s determination will play a significant role in their journey.
The upcoming qualifiers are not just a test of skill but also of character and tactical prowess. The Super Eagles have a rich history in African football, and this group stage offers them a chance to further solidify their legacy.
Did You Know?
- The Super Eagles have won the Africa Cup of Nations three times in 1980, 1994, and 2013.
- Benin Republic’s victory over Nigeria in the recent World Cup qualifiers was seen as a major upset.
- Rwanda and Nigeria have faced each other multiple times in AFCON qualifiers, with Nigeria generally having the upper hand.
- Libya last won the Africa Cup of Nations in 1982.
- The 2025 AFCON in Morocco will be the 35th edition of the tournament, one of the oldest football competitions on the continent.