Super Eagles to face tough AFCON qualifiers—can they secure Morocco spot?

Super Eagles to face tough AFCON qualifiers—can they secure Morocco spot?

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are on the cusp of a critical double-header, taking on Benin Republic and Rwanda in their quest to secure a spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Super Eagles to face tough AFCON qualifiers—can they secure Morocco spot?

Scheduled for November 14 and November 18, 2024, these encounters hold the key to Nigeria’s AFCON dreams in Morocco, Footballrover reports.

With the stakes high, Nigerian fans eagerly await the battles, wondering if the Super Eagles can soar above the competition and cement their place among Africa’s elite.

On November 14, Nigeria will face off against Benin Republic in the Round 5 fixture at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Côte d’Ivoire, kicking off at 8 p.m. Nigeria Time.

Four days later, the team will return home for the Round 6 match against Rwanda at Uyo’s iconic Godswill Akpabio Stadium.

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Super Eagles in for rough ride as Morocco awaits the best of Africa

This showdown, set for a 5 p.m. start, will mark the Super Eagles’ final chance to confirm their place in Morocco 2025.

Super Eagles to face tough AFCON qualifiers—can they secure Morocco spot?

In a recent statement, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced that top officials from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) will oversee the games.

Moroccan referee Samir Guezzaz will officiate the encounter against Rwanda, with his compatriots serving as assistant referees.

Ghana’s Prosper Harrison Addo has been appointed match commissioner, while Somalian Ali Mohamed Ahmed will take on the role of referee assessor.

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With tensions high, the Nigeria-Benin clash will be officiated by Senegalese referee Issa Sy, joined by assistants from his home country.

Côte d’Ivoire’s René Williams Sere will be match commissioner, while Angolan Inacio Manuel Candido will act as referee assessor.

Fans can only hope the Super Eagles rise to the challenge in these decisive matches.

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As the countdown to the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco begins, Nigerian supporters are ready to rally behind the Super Eagles, hoping to see them secure a place among the continent’s best.

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